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Alicia Keys on 25 Years of 'Fallin': "Very Crazy and Wonderful" Journey

Alicia Keys reflected on the 25th anniversary of her hit song 'Fallin' at a women-in-music event in West Hollywood. She described her career journey since the song's 2001 release as "very crazy and wonderful," recalling the uncertainty she felt as a 20-year-old artist. Keys credited Universal Music Publishing Group CEO Jody Gerson for mentoring her from age 14 and seeing her potential. The singer also highlighted her work co-founding She Is the Music, a nonprofit aimed at increasing women's representation in the industry.

Key Points: Alicia Keys Reflects on 25th Anniversary of Hit Song 'Fallin'

  • 25th anniversary of breakout hit 'Fallin'
  • Song spent 6 weeks at No. 1
  • Keys won 5 Grammys in 2002
  • Credits mentor Jody Gerson
  • Co-founded nonprofit for women in music
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Alicia Keys reflects on 25 years of 'Fallin', describes journey as "very crazy and wonderful"

Grammy winner Alicia Keys describes her "crazy and wonderful" 25-year journey since 'Fallin', recalling early doubts and crediting a key mentor.

"It's very crazy and wonderful and exciting and amazing. - Alicia Keys"

Washington DC, February 23

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Alicia Keys has reflected on the 25th anniversary of her breakout hit 'Fallin', describing her journey since its release as "very crazy and wonderful," according to People.

Speaking at the 'She Is the Music's Women Sharing the Spotlight' event in West Hollywood, California, Keys looked back at the soulful ballad that was released in March 2001, when she was just 20-years-old. The song went on to spend six weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earned her multiple Grammy Awards.

"I'm not sure how I wrap my head around this whole existence called life," Keys said. "It's very crazy and wonderful and exciting and amazing."

The 17-time Grammy winner recalled the uncertainty she felt at the beginning of her career. "And just thinking back to that girl in me at that time and how she had no idea, none. That she was completely what you call 'fake it till you make it' -- that's what she was doing, and she did a damn good job," she added, according to People.

Following the success of "Fallin' " and her debut album Songs in a Minor, Keys won five Grammy Awards in 2002, including Song of the Year, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album and Best New Artist.

Reflecting on her growth over the years, Keys said, "The more I grew, the more I learned. And so I think about her, and I'm so appreciative of her because she was strong, she was clear. Even though she didn't know everything, she knew what she didn't want and she knew what she had to hold onto, and that was authenticity and truth and honesty and music," according to People.

At the event organised by She Is the Music, a nonprofit she co-founded to increase the representation of women in the music industry, Keys also credited Universal Music Publishing Group CEO Jody Gerson for mentoring her early in her career.

"I would definitely say Jody Gerson," Keys said, noting that Gerson has been her publisher since she was 14. "She for sure took me under her wing and she saw something in me that was special," according to People.

Keys expressed gratitude for the continued evolution of her career, saying she feels proud of how far she has come and excited about what lies ahead.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Time flies! I remember this song playing everywhere in Delhi cafes. Great to see her reflecting with such humility. Authenticity is key, something we can all learn from.
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Aman W
Respect for her work and her initiative to help other women in music. We need more of this mentorship culture in our Indian music industry as well.
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Sarah B
While I admire her talent, the article feels a bit like a PR piece. It would be more interesting to hear about the real struggles, not just the "crazy and wonderful" parts. Still, a legend for sure.
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Vikram M
Her music has a timeless quality. "No One" and "If I Ain't Got You" are also classics. It's good to see global artists acknowledging their roots and the people who helped them. Jai Ho to her mentor!

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