Alicia Keys

I was totally not expecting it, but then I couldn't wait to hear it.

Alicia Augello Cook (born 25 January 1981), known professionally as Alicia Keys, is an American singer, songwriter and pianist.

Quotes

• Females are the most beautiful, gorgeous creatures in the whole world. And I think that we are gorgeous no matter what size we are.
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• I've never met him. It was mind-blowing. I couldn't quite believe it. He's a person that's seen so many things and been a part of music for so long. For him to give a shit about me is pretty exciting. I like it.
  • On Bob Dylan writing about her in a song. 'I was just waiting for my time'. The Guardian (January 8, 2007).

• It feels so good to know that it’s going to go across the country and this cast, let me tell you, is out of control. They’re so good.
  • Alicia Keys may pop up when the national tour of her musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ comes to your town AP News (October 17, 2025)

• I love, as an artist, bringing my energy to other artists. That’s really a fulfilling feeling. So, I’ll be fairy godmothering. You never know where you’ll see me.
  • Alicia Keys may pop up when the national tour of her musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ comes to your town AP News (October 17, 2025)

• It’s strange that we don’t think of women as producers like Quincy [Jones] or Dre or [Swizz Beatz], but female producers have always powered the industry: Patrice Rushen, Missy Elliott, Linda Perry, Grimes, Solange, and so many more.
  • ‘DEI is not a threat, it’s a gift’: Alicia Keys gets political during Grammy speech San Fransisco (february 3,2025)

• To live fully is to recognize the beauty of the now, unburdened by the past or future.
  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEfd1JPtANW/?

• Can give ourselves flowers and roses at any time. The affirmation is embrace your journey. Your body is evolving with you.
  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGB6SIlJpkp/?

• Our beliefs produce emotions that drive our actions. It's true that you get what you believe. Own your strengths and know your value!
  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/DH8oMm2OVVG/?

Quotes about Keys

• Like being in the mother brain of soul music. This is absolute artistic fusion from top to bottom, and I don't think there's anyone else in the world that I could do that with right now.
  • John Mayer, on what it's like collaborating with Keys. Lucas Talks 'Indy 4,' Mayer Gabs About Collabos With Keys — And ODB?! — At Time Event. MTV (May 9, 2007).

• There's nothing about that girl I don't like.
  • Bob Dylan The Genius and Modern Times of Bob Dylan. Rolling Stone (September 7, 2006).