Alicia Keys R & B Star

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In the Beginning
A precocious youngster, Keys began studying piano at the age of seven. When she was 16, she graduated as valedictorian of New York's Professional Performing Arts School. Though she was accepted to Columbia University, she dropped out after a few weeks to pursue a career in music.

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