Roughly two decades ago, a young artist named Alicia Keys released her debut album ‘Songs In A Minor’ to nearly universal acclaim, wowing listeners with her vocals and skills on the piano. The momentum of that album helped her win a slew of Grammys and set the stage for her impressive career. Keys stopped by Genius to reflect on her come up and review some of today’s rising artists.

From Rod Wave’s “Close Enough To Hurt” to Griselda’s “Dr. Birds” to Ama Lou’s “NORTHSIDE,” the singer-songwriter shared her honest opinion on each new artist.

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