- Released seven studio albums, all of which have been certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
- Sold over 65 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
- Won 15 Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for "The Diary of Alicia Keys" (2004) and Song of the Year for "Fallin'" (2002).
- Won numerous other awards, including 17 American Music Awards, 11 BET Awards, and 9 Soul Train Awards.
- Has been ranked by Billboard magazine as one of the greatest artists of all time.
As a songwriter and producer:
- Has written and produced songs for numerous other artists, including Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, and Usher.
- Has also produced soundtracks for several films and television shows.
As an actress:
- Has appeared in several films and television shows, including "The Nanny Diaries" (2007), "Smokin' Aces" (2007), and "Empire" (2015).
As a philanthropist:
- Founded the Keep a Child Alive foundation in 2003 to help provide medical care and treatment for children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.
- Has also worked with other charitable organizations, including the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and the United Nations Foundation.