Alicia Keys

Read more about the article Alicia, Snoop, T.I. et al celebrate Tupac (2017)

Alicia, Snoop, T.I. et al celebrate Tupac (2017)

Alicia Keys, Snoop, T.I., Treach and YG - Tupac Tribute - Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2017
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Read more about the article Most Trending Neo Soul Retro Songs from the Last 6 Months, updated on Apr 1,2025

Most Trending Neo Soul Retro Songs from the Last 6 Months, updated on Apr 1,2025

This list of 20 neo-soul retro tracks includes songs from Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, De La Soul, Gnarls Barkley, and Erick Sermon. Each track combines elements of R&B, soul, and hip-hop with layered vocals and intricate melodies. This collection highlights the genre's distinctive fusion of styles, offering insight into neo-soul's defining sound from the 90s and early 2000s.

Added in the past month: . Angie Stone's "Everyday" . Angie Stone's "Life Story" . Nas' "If I Ruled The World [Imagine That] (w/ Lauryn Hill)"

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Read more about the article Most Trending R&B Hits from the 2010s from the Last 6 Months, updated on Apr 1,2025

Most Trending R&B Hits from the 2010s from the Last 6 Months, updated on Apr 1,2025

Covering the biggest R&B hits of the 2010s, this list includes 20 songs by Fifth Harmony, Jason Derulo, Chris Brown, DJ Khaled, and David Guetta. Each entry showcases the decade's unique blend of soulful melodies, rhythmic beats, and contemporary influences, offering insights into the tracks that dominated charts and social media, capturing the essence of modern R&B.

Added in the past month: . Sam Smith's "Dancing With A Stranger"

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Read more about the article Alicia, Madonna, Gorillaz et al at the ’47th Grammys’ (2005)

Alicia, Madonna, Gorillaz et al at the ’47th Grammys’ (2005)

Alicia Keys - If I Ain't Got You (live at grammys 2005) HQ
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Read more about the article ‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°103 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°103 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Cleptomaniacs’ "All I Do" grooves with Motown roots reimagined as UK singer Bryan Chambers steps in with house beats, while Amira's "My Desire" locks in as a UK garage essential with emotive vocals and razor-sharp rhythms. Justin Timberlake’s "Like I Love You" mixes The Neptunes' tight production with falsettos and Clipse’s verses, and Alicia Keys’ "No One" delivers raw emotional intensity with hypnotic simplicity. Meanwhile, Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown’s "No Air" amplifies pop drama with glossy production, and Ashanti’s "Only U" blends sultry tension with edgy guitar riffs, balancing vulnerability and ambition.

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Read more about the article ‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°129 – 2010s Music Videos

‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°129 – 2010s Music Videos

Keri Hilson’s “Pretty Girl Rock” oozes swagger with confident R&B beats and nods to Bill Withers, while Britney Spears’ “Hold It Against Me” balances industrial pop grit with dubstep flair, anchoring her chart legacy. Billie Eilish's "idontwannabeyouanymore" strips down to raw vulnerability, contrasting with Avril Lavigne’s playful rebellion in "What the Hell." Vampire Weekend’s “Cousins” delivers jittery indie charm, and Ellie Goulding’s “Goodness Gracious” blends self-reflection with lively electro-pop. Rae Morris’ “Under the Shadows” crafts atmospheric indie allure, and Alicia Keys’ “Brand New Me” channels quiet strength through a piano-led ballad. Finally, Susan Boyle teams with Elvis Presley for a nostalgic “O Come All Ye Faithful,” exuding festive tradition.

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Read more about the article ‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°654 – 2010s Music Videos

‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°654 – 2010s Music Videos

Nicki Minaj's "Right Thru Me" blends emotional honesty with sleek production, while Alicia Keys’ "Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart" uses ’80s-tinged synths to tell a tale of resilience. Selena Gomez’s "The Heart Wants What It Wants" leans into raw heartbreak, contrasting with the carefree Caribbean flair of Cover Drive’s "Twilight." Tracks like Gorgon City’s "Ready For Your Love" and Wankelmut’s "My Head Is A Jungle" electrify with polished beats, capturing both intimacy and energy.

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Read more about the article This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 04/52

This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 04/52

Bob Dylan’s timeless “Make You Feel My Love,” reworked by Adele on *19*, balances raw devotion with her signature polish. D’Angelo’s sultry “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” channels Prince’s energy, merging funk and neo-soul, while System of a Down’s ferocious “Chop Suey!” blends aggression and melody with existential weight. Radiohead’s haunting “A Wolf at the Door” thrives on lyrical tension, and Arctic Monkeys’ “Perhaps Vampires Is a Bit Strong But…” captures mid-2000s indie grit. Beach House’s ethereal “Zebra” evokes hazy nostalgia, and Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings’ “My Man Is a Mean Man” revives retro soul with defiant intensity. Adele’s sweeping “Set Fire to the Rain” on *21* pushes emotional limits, and The Cranberries’ “Animal Instinct” merges maternal warmth with poignant rock.

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Singing With Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys shines across diverse tracks, from the emotional weight of "If I Ain’t Got You," blending seamlessly with John Mayer's "Gravity" in live medleys, to her stirring duet with Brandi Carlile on "A Beautiful Noise," a piano-driven call for change. Andra Day’s "Rise Up" and Stevie Wonder’s "Higher Ground" reimagine resilience and introspection, while Keys’ collaborations—like Eve’s "Gangsta Lovin’" and her performance with Angelique Kidjo on "Afrika"—fuse genres with effortless chemistry. Jack White and Keys bring raw, edgy energy to the Bond theme "Another Way to Die," and her empowering "Superwoman" affirms strength across all fronts.

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