HAPPY BIRTHDAY Alicia Augello Cook, also known as Alicia Keys, was born on January 25, 1981, and turns 38. The musician was born in New York, New York. The singer was signed by Columbia Records at 15 years old. She later released her debut album, 'Songs in A Minor,' in 2001 with J Records. Her single, “Fallin,” became her first 'Billboard' Hot 100 No. 1 song. Her collaboration singles, “My Boo” and “Empire State of Mind,” also reached No. 1 on the chart. The R&B singer was named one of Billboard’s Artist of the Decade for the 2000s. The philanthropist co-founded
the nonprofit organization,
Keep A Child Alive, which aims to put an end to HIV/AIDS for children and families. Keys married Swizz Beats in 2010 and the couple shares two sons. The 15-time Grammy winning musician is hosting the 61st Annual Grammy Awards this year. Happy Birthday, Alicia Keys!