Alicia Keys to Perform 'Songs in A Minor' 20th Anniversary Medley at 2021 Billboard Music Awards (Exclusive)

Alicia Keys has spoken about how she persuaded Prince to let her cover his 1982 single ‘How Come You Don’t Call Me’ for her debut album.The singer, who marked 20 years of her first record ‘Songs In A Minor‘ on Saturday (June 5), told the story of how she got permission from Prince, who was famously reticent about samples and people covering his music.Speaking to Ebro Darden of Apple Music Hits on, Keys recalled: “He takes me to Paisley Park. And this place is like a dream.

Alicia Keys has shared a 20th anniversary edition of her groundbreaking debut album ‘Songs In A Minor’ – listen to it below.Originally released on June 5, 2001, ‘Songs In A Minor’ spawned the hit singles ‘Fallin”, ‘A Woman’s Worth’ and her cover of Prince’s ‘How Come You Don’t Call Me’. It bagged the New York singer, songwriter and producer five Grammys.To celebrate the album’s landmark date, Keys has released a special edition set that features two previously unreleased bonus tracks from the

Swizz Beatz and Timbaland dedicated their Verzuz rematch to DMX and Aaliyah yesterday (May 30).The two rappers and producers founded the virtual battle series last March as the coronavirus pandemic halted live performances.Beatz and Timbaland were the first duo to face off against each other on March 24, 2020, with the battle lasting five hours. Since then, the likes of RZA, Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Rick Ross and more have all taken part.

Completed before DMX's tragic passing, Exodus marks the rapper's first posthumous full-length release and eighth studio album. His longtime collaborator Swizz Beatz executive produced the project and shepherded it to completion; JAY-Z, Nas, Lil Wayne, Bono, Alicia Keys, Usher, Benny The Butcher, Conway The Machine, Westside Gunn, Snoop Dogg, and more feature.

Exodus” — which drops on Friday — was supposed to be the start of a big comeback for the late rapper.“We did the whole album — the album was done — before he passed,” said Swizz, 42, who served as both executive producer and producer. “It’s not an album that was pieced together after he passed.

DMX‘s first posthumous album has been released.

Michelle Obama is a fan of Alicia Keys, and during the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, she made sure to share the impact Keys’ music, and advocacy has on the world. “I remember what it felt like to feel like to hear the song ‘Fallin’ for the first time,” Obama recalled.

Machine Gun Kelly made a bold statement at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday by stepping out to the red carpet with his tongue painted black.The «Bloody Valentine» singer, whose real name is Colson Baker, showed off the unique look while posing for photographers at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, shortly after teasing the move via Instagram Stories.

music industry can come together again. Following almost 17 rigorous months due to Covid-19 restrictions halting red carpet appearances, the Billboard Music Awards returned to the streets of California on 23 May.

2021 Billboard Music Awards!A number of celebrities flocked to the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday to celebrate this year's best in music, but we couldn't keep our eyes off of the incredible fashion moments that took place on the red carpet. Whether it was a gown, suit or a matching set, music’s brightest stars wowed in their ensembles.

Michelle Obama to sing your praises, clearly you have leveled to the top of the music game.That’s what happened at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday night, when the former first lady introduced Alicia Keys in a 20th anniversary medley of songs from her groundbreaking debut album “Songs in A Minor,” which came out on June 5, 2001 when the Manhattan-born singer-pianist was just 19.Obama recalled hearing Keys’ Grammy-winning No.

The Weeknd can’t seem to stop the trophies from coming.

Cruella, , and the reunion. Below, a non-exhaustive list of what to look out for: : Hosted by , tonight's show boasts the most nominations for and includes performances from , , and Alicia Keys.

2021 Billboard Music Awards will have a slew of performances!Bad Bunny and Karol G are the latest musicians announced to hit the stage.

2021 Billboard Music Awards will have a slew of performances!Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are teaming up with Sounds Of Blackness and Ann Nesby to deliver a moving performance of their iconic song, “Optimistic." They will perform remote from the late Prince’s Paisley Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota, marking Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’ return to their roots in the legendary city.Pop trio AJR will make their awards show debut when they take the stage to perform their hit singles, “Bang!” and “Way Less