Biography
Alicia Augello Cook (born January 25, 1981), known professionally as Alicia Keys, is an American singer-songwriter. A classically-trained pianist, Keys was composing songs by age 12. She was signed at 15 years old by Columbia Records, and then, after disputes with the label, by Arista Records. Her debut album, Songs in A Minor, was released with J Records in 2001. Praised for Keys' musical talents and creative control, Songs in A Minor was critically and commercially successful, producing her fi...
Known For
Complete Filmography
The Disappearance of Miss Scott
2025
as Self
The Disappearance of Miss Scott chronicles Hazel Scott’s meteoric rise as a jazz talent and major Hollywood star before being blacklisted during the R...
Prince and His Songs at the BBC
2024
as Self (archive footage)
A collection of hits from one of pop music’s greatest geniuses - Prince, aka ‘The Artist Formerly Known as Prince’, aka ‘the Unpronounceable Symbol’, ...
Alicia Keys: Rehearsal Room
2024
Get a rare glimpse into the GRAMMY® winner's creative process with this intimate rehearsal session featuring renditions of her hits "No One," "If I A...
Alicia Keys: Rehearsal Room
2024
Music
Get a rare glimpse into the GRAMMY® winner's creative process with this intimate rehearsal session featuring renditions of her hits "No One," "If I A...
Alicia Keys - Live at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2023
2023
as Self
Alicia Keys joins the star-studded line-up for both nights of Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard.
Alicia Keys at the BBC
2023
as Singer
From practising on a second-hand piano in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen aged seven right through to international and Grammy success, fame and acclaim, Al...
They All Came Out to Montreux
2023
as Self
Utilizing a wealth of archival footage featuring Prince, Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis and more, They All Came Out to Montreux is an affectionate story...
Uncharted
2023
as Self
Go behind the scenes of Alicia Keys' She Is The Music songwriting camp in this revealing look at the music business that focuses on the lack of access...
Uncharted
2023
Executive Producer
Go behind the scenes of Alicia Keys' She Is The Music songwriting camp in this revealing look at the music business that focuses on the lack of access...
Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now
2023
as Self (archive footage)
An intimate, all-access documentary that will chronicle Lewis Capaldi's journey from a scrappy teen with a viral performance to a Grammy-nominated pop...
Apple Music Live: Alicia Keys
2022
as Cantora
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
2022
as Self (archive footage)
Celebrated author and Nation magazine sports editor Dave Zirin tackles the myth that the NFL was somehow free of politics before Colin Kaepernick and ...
Post Malone: Runaway
2022
as Self
In September 2019, Post Malone’s Runaway Tour marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of his career, where he stepped up and became this generation’s...
Platinum Party at the Palace
2022
as Self
The third day of the platinum jubilee celebrations continues with a spectacular evening of entertainment. The concert at Buckingham Palace features a ...
Kanye West: DONDA Experience Performance 2 22 22
2022
as Self
The Donda 2 Performance Experience takes place in Miami, FL at the Loandepot Park with performances by additional special guests. Kanye performs Donda...
Alicia Keys - Citi Concert Series Today Show
2021
as Self
2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2021
as Self
Filmed at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio, the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors inductees: Tina Turner, Carol...
Resort to Love
2021
Producer
Aspiring pop star Erica ends up as the entertainment at her ex-fiancé’s wedding after reluctantly taking a gig at a luxurious island resort while in t...
A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks
2021
Executive Producer
This documentary chronicles renaissance man Gordon Parks’ stellar career from staff photographer for LIFE magazine, through his artistic development p...
How It Feels to Be Free
2021
Executive Producer
Tells the inspiring story of how six iconic African American female entertainers – Lena Horne, Abbey Lincoln, Nina Simone, Diahann Carroll, Cicely Tys...
Alicia Keys Rocks New Year's Eve
2020
as Self
Every Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracy
2020
as Self - Host
A star-studded, bipartisan special featuring appearances and performances from a variety of entertainment luminaries. Co-hosted by America Ferrera, Al...
Work It
2020
Producer
A brilliant but clumsy high school senior vows to get into her late father's alma mater by transforming herself and a misfit squad into dance champion...
Dear Class of 2020
2020
as Self
A virtual commencement celebration bringing together inspirational leaders, celebrities, and YouTube creators to celebrate graduates, their families, ...
Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020
2020
as Self - Musical Guest
Artists, athletes, musicians, commencement speakers, influencers, and cultural icons will show their support for the High School Class of 2020.
Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince
2020
as Self
A lineup of artists -- including Beck, Common, Gary Clark Jr., Foo Fighters, H.E.R., Juanes, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Chris Martin, Mavis Staples, St...
One World: Together at Home
2020
as Self
A global broadcast & digital special organized by Global Citizen and the World Health Organization featuring comedians, musicians, and actors to raise...
Alicia Keys Live in Los Angeles
2020
as Self
FOX Presents the iHeart Living Room Concert for America
2020
as Self
Elton John hosts the one-hour benefit special in response to the COVID-19 pandemic; performers include Alicia Keys, Backstreet Boys, and Billie Eilish...
A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant
2020
This is the complete memorial service for Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna that was held at Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles on...
Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul
2019
as Self
Tyler Perry hosts a tribute to the singer's legendary career, featuring performances from Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Alessia Cara, Kelly Clarkson,...
Alicia Keys: Baloise Session 2017
2017
as Self - Performing Artist
Alicia Keys performs at the Baloise Session festival in Basel, Switzerland on 2 November 2017.
Alicia Keys: Rock in Rio 2017
2017
as Self
Alicia Keys performing at the Rock in Rio festival in Rio de Janeiro 2017.
Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives
2017
as Self
The life and successes of iconic music executive Clive Davis, from his miraculous start at Columbia Records through his trailblazing work at Arista Re...
Alicia Keys - Landmarks Live in Concert
2017
as Self
Landmarks Live in Concert rebroadcasts Friday, June 23 at 10PM with a native New Yorker from Hell’s Kitchen, Grammy Award-winning artist, Alicia Keys....
Alicia Keys - Here in Times Square
2016
as Self - Singer
Here in Times Square is a concert television special featuring American singer-songwriter Alicia Keys. Recorded at Times Square in New York City, the ...
Let Me In
2016
as Zara
There are more refugees in the world today than at any point in history. And half of them are children. Let Me In is a cinematic experience which reim...
Let Me In
2016
Executive Producer, Music
There are more refugees in the world today than at any point in history. And half of them are children. Let Me In is a cinematic experience which reim...
The Gospel
2016
as Self
A music-driven short film presented as a visual prelude to Alicia Keys' sixth studio album, Here. Keys pays tribute to the communities that raised her...
The Gospel
2016
Executive Producer, Original Music Composer
A music-driven short film presented as a visual prelude to Alicia Keys' sixth studio album, Here. Keys pays tribute to the communities that raised her...
Sinatra 100: An All-Star Grammy Concert
2015
as Self
A tribute concert celebrating Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday that promises performances from Tony Bennett, Garth Brooks, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Ada...
Jem and the Holograms
2015
as Alicia Keys
As a small-town girl catapults from underground video sensation to global superstar, she and her three sisters begin a one-in-a-million journey of dis...
A MusiCares Tribute to Carole King
2015
as Self
On January 24, 2014, Carole King was honored as the 2014 MusiCares Person of the Year. At a gala event in Los Angeles, Carole and a cast of superstar ...
John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly
2014
as Self
John Mayer: Someday I'll Fly chronicles the musical evolution of one of the most influential solo artists of his generation. Featuring rare demos, int...
Nas: Time Is Illmatic
2014
as Self
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions t...
The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles
2014
as Self
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, this magnificent star-studded tribute salutes the Fab...
The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete
2013
Original Music Composer, Executive Producer
Coming of age story about two inner city youths, who are left to fend for themselves over the summer after their mothers are taken away by the authori...
Alicia Keys: Rock In Rio
2013
as Self - Singer
Alicia Keys at Cidade do Rock, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on September 15, 2013. Setlist: 01. Karma / 02. You Don't Know My Name / 03. Listen to Your Hear...
Mademoiselle C
2013
as Self
A documentary focused on former Vogue Paris editor-in-chief and fashion stylist Carine Roitfeld.
Alicia Keys - VH1 Storytellers
2013
as Self
VH1 Storytellers is a VH1 original series in which a singer/songwriter performs and tells stories in front of an intimate audience about their life in...
Girl Rising
2013
as Narrator - Cambodia (voice)
Nine filmmakers each profile a young girl from a different part of the world to weave a global tapestry of youth in the 21st century.
12-12-12 | The Concert for Sandy Relief
2012
as Self
“12-12-12” was a fundraising concert to aid the victims of Hurricane Sandy, it took place on December 12, 2012 at Madison Square Garden. The concert f...
Alicia Keys Taratata 2012
2012
as Self
The Re-Up
2012
as Self
A backstage and on-stage look at Nicki Minaj's career during the Pink Friday Tour, festivals, and more.
Alicia Keys - MTV Crashes Manchester
2012
as Self
Alicia Keys performs exclusively for MTV World Stage at Manchester Cathedral, UK
Alicia Keys: iTunes Festival
2012
as Self
The extraodinary Alicia Keys rocked the house on Friday (September 28) during her headline performance at the 28th date of the 2012 'iTunes Festival' ...
Five
2011
Director
An anthology of five short films exploring the impact of breast cancer on people's lives.
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days
2010
as Self (uncredited) (archive footage)
A look back at 40 years of Seasame Street.
Hope for Haiti Now
2010
as Self
Telethon concert in support of relief organizations dedicated to assisting victims of the earthquake that struck Haiti on 12 January 2010.
Alicia Keys – The Element Of Freedom: Deluxe Edition
2009
as Self
The Deluxe Edition of The Element of Freedom includes live studio performances of "Doesn't Mean Anything", "Empire State Of Mind (Part II) Broken Down...
Alicia Keys - Live in New York
2009
as Self
Alicia Keys - Live in New York Concert (2009)
DJ Juice: The King is Back Mixtape Blend DVD Vol. 70
2009
as Self (archive footage)
DJ Juice is making his dope DVD blend again and this time its time for volume 70!! So just lay back and relax to some dope music videos from 2009 and ...
Q: The Man
2009
as Self
A look at the 'Godfather' role of music legend Quincy Jones in the lives of today's top young artists. Also featured are some of Mr. Jones's charitabl...
Alicia Keys - As I Am
2008
as Self
Bonus DVD. Live from the Coronet Theatre, London.
Quantum of Solace
2008
Theme Song Performance
Betrayed by Vesper, the woman he loved, 007 fights the urge to make his latest mission personal. Pursuing his determination to uncover the truth, Bond...
The Secret Life of Bees
2008
as June Boatwright
Set in South Carolina in 1964, this is the tale of Lily Owens a 14 year-old girl who is haunted by the memory of her late mother. To escape her lonely...
Sesame Street: Elmo's Christmas Countdown
2007
as Self
There's a miracle on Sesame Street in this special holiday tale. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and their new friend Stiller the Elf are going to count down to C...
The Nanny Diaries
2007
as Lynette
A college graduate goes to work as a nanny for a rich New York family. Ensconced in their home, she has to juggle their dysfunction, a new romance, an...
Smokin' Aces
2006
as Georgia Sykes
When a Las Vegas performer-turned-snitch named Buddy Israel decides to turn state's evidence and testify against the mob, it seems that a whole lot of...
Live 8
2005
as Self
On 2 July 2005 an estimated 3 billion people came together in the fight against extreme poverty. LIVE 8 - 10 concerts featuring over 1000 musicians fr...
Alicia Keys: Unplugged
2005
as Self
Grammy-winning singer Alicia Keys kicks off a new generation of MTV’s Unplugged series. Performing songs from her first two albums and other surprises...
Genius. A Night for Ray Charles
2004
as Self
A meld of legendary performers and contemporary artists of today who have been influenced by Ray's music perform in this concert extravaganza.
Alicia Keys live North Sea Jazz
2004
as Self
Alicia Keys holds 14 Grammy Awards and is a world-famous singer, songwriter, producer, actress, New York Times best-selling author, entrepreneur and h...
The Blackout - Fat Joe Vs Jay-Z At The Rucker
2003
as Self
If you’re a fan of basketball, or if you’re from New York City, you have heard about Rucker Park, the legendary sports center in Harlem. Stephon Marbu...
Alicia Keys: From Start to Stardom
2003
as Self
Alicia Keys first burst on the scene as a young musical prodigy writing songs and performing background vocals for Columbia and later Arista records. ...
Christina Aguilera: Stripped
2002
as Self
Stripped Limited Edition DVD is a video album by American singer-songwriter Christina Aguilera. It features three MTV documentaries from her second st...
The Best of Max
2002
as Self
1. Jennifer Lopez: Love Don't Cost A Thing 2. Christina Aguilera: Genie In A Bottle 3. Westlife: Swear It Again 4. Destiny's Child: Survivor 5. Ri...
America | A Tribute to Heroes
2001
as Self - Performer
A benefit concert and telethon organized by George Clooney and broadcast uninterrupted and commercial-free by the four major television networks just ...
Untitled Alvin Ailey Project
N/A
Producer
The life story of acclaimed American choreographer Alvin Ailey.