![]() “There were no other women playing piano and singing the way that you were and I was so inspired by that. “You have played such an integral part in my artistry,” said the “ Journey” singer. admitted to being the “biggest Alicia Keys” fan growing up and shared just how much Keys impacted her life. The two mutually gushed over one another during their 2021 Wonderland Magazineinterview. I think you can apply that to life, too,” she reflected. “Alicia Keys told me that when it comes to music, all you need is three chords and the truth. In 2019, she shared with Refinery29 the advice Keys instilled in her. The two have performed numerous times together including during the Los Angeles stop of the Alicia + Keys tour last September. Since then, it’s been no secret what the New York superstar’s mentorship has done for H.E.R. Image Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for AKĪt age 10, a young Gabi Wilson admitted she was nicknamed “Little Alicia Keys” before performing “ If I Ain’t Got You” on The Today Show. The people who try to lead others when they’re lost themselves, confusing the person that they show to the world and the person they have to deal with at the end of the day, when they go to sleep at night.” They chase trends, chase what’s hot, chase what looks good. ![]() Honestly, I’m speaking to the people who don’t stand by the things that they believe, or don’t know what to believe in-people who are fascinated by a lifestyle, a certain kind of look, a certain amount of followers. The Bay Area phenom explained, “The vibe of it is definitely like ‘Lost Ones,’ but it was just something I felt passionate about. Later, when she released her EP, I Used To Know Her, fans immediately recognized the similarities between H.E.R.’s “Lost Souls,” and Hill’s “Lost Ones.” She often performs the two records as medley live and the decision for her was organic. The heartwarming ballad joined the ranks as one of R&B’s top collaborations, alongside Hill and D’Angelo’s “Nothing Even Matters.” One of the most obvious examples of Hill’s impact was heard in her Grammy-winning duet, “Best Part,” with Daniel Caesar. ramped up the energy with her guitar for a riveting rendition of “Superstition.” After the show, she reflected on Instagram, writing, “LEGENDARY NIGHT!!!!! Blessed to be able to perform with some of my biggest influences!!!!!!!!!!” Here’s to hoping the two pen a song together next.įor H.E.R., Lauryn Hill joins Prince as one the “foundations of her musical identity,” according to a 2018 interview with WWD. The two joined forces during the September 2021 Global Citizen event in the non-profit’s epic return following the COVID-19 pandemic.ĭuring the crooner’s headlining set, H.E.R. He’s known for piano-playing but, to me, he’s just one of the greatest songwriters of all time,” said the singer. solely listed Stevie Wonder as a dream collaborator in a 2020 chat with Interview Magazine. Image Credit: Rich Fury/Getty Images for Global Citizenĭespite having many influences, H.E.R. In 2019, their Musicians on Musicians profile in Rolling Stone displayed their true similarities as the legend offered a ton of wisdom to his unofficial mentee. “I remember sitting in the house my dad making breakfast playing Lenny Kravitz and Prince’s performance at Paisley Park and at that moment, I wanted to be a rockstar.”įast forward two years and the songbird took the stage alongside Kravitz, Travis Baker, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis at the 2022 Grammy Awards. unveiled her Girls With Guitars, the self-proclaimed old soul revealed to E! News that the Instagram performance series was sparked by her desire to become a star. ![]() Image Credit: Magdalena Wosinka for Rolling Stoneīack in 2020 when H.E.R. He made music for everybody and so I really try to channel that when I make music.” He was respected by so many and he touched so many lives. explained, “My father really had his music playing in the house all the time Prince-his musicianship, his uniqueness and his love for music was so contagious. ![]() When the Recording Academy put together a special tribute to the late crooner three years ago, H.E.R. However, this was just one example of how Prince impacted the singer. won the Best Song category in 2021 with her protest song, “Fight For You,” from the Judas and The Black Messiah soundtrack. accepted the coveted award draped in a purple hooded ensemble in homage to Prince’s 1985 look when he won his Academy Award for Best Original Song Score with Purple Rain. On the night of her her first Oscar win, H.E.R. Image Credit: Karrah Kobus/NPG Records via Getty Images ![]()
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