The 15-time Grammy Award winner will take to the stage at Saadiyat Nights.

Saadiyat Nights is proving to be a star-studded affair where music fans find themselves immersed in a sea of melodies under the moonlit sky. It seems everything new and now is happening in Abu Dhabi – Alicia Keys‘ upcoming performance included. The American singer-songwriter will take to the stage in the capital on 31 December 2025.

The singer, songwriter, and pianist was born in 1981 in New York, USA, and began playing the piano at the age of seven. She made her debut in 2001 with the album Songs in A Minor, which sold over 12 million copies worldwide and earned her five Grammy Awards. Since then, Keys has released several successful albums and become known for her soulful voice and powerful ballads, such as “Girl On Fire,” “Fallin’,” “If I Ain’t Got You,” “No One,” and “Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart.”

Alicia Keys is no stranger to the UAE. She left her indelible mark in 2018 as part of the Dubai Jazz Festival. Fast forward to Expo Dubai 2020, and she graced the Wasl Dome stage, mesmerising the audience. She also chose Dubai as the spot to unveil her album Keys.

Alicia Keys has conquered the music realm with 15 Grammy Awards adorning her illustrious career. Beyond being a vocal powerhouse, she’s a songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, crafting a legacy that resonates globally. As a New York Times best-selling author and philanthropist, she embodies artistry with a purpose. Her recent no-makeup appearances are also being lauded by fans across the globe, giving others a reason to be comfortable in their skin as well.

In addition to her musical career, Keys is also a highly respected philanthropist. She is the co-founder of the Keep a Child Alive foundation, which works to provide life-saving treatment, care and support to children and families affected by HIV and AIDS in Africa and India.

Alicia Keys has conquered the music realm with 15 Grammy Awards adorning her illustrious career. Beyond being a vocal powerhouse, she’s a songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, crafting a legacy that resonates globally. As a New York Times best-selling author and philanthropist, she embodies artistry with a purpose. Her recent no-make-up appearances are also being lauded by fans across the globe, giving others a reason to be comfortable in their skin as well.

Keys is also a strong advocate for equality and empowerment, using her platform to raise awareness about important social and political issues. With her powerful voice and exceptional talent, she continues to inspire and move people worldwide.

Saadiyat Nights is an open-air musical event, which takes place on Saadiyat Island. Alicia Keys joins  They join a stellar line-up that includes Ludovico Einaudi on 10 January, Lewis Capaldi on 17 January, John Mayer on 24 January, Ricky Martin on 31 January, Mariah Carey on 7 February, Bryan Adams on 11 February and Max Richter on 29 January, with more international stars still to be announced.

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