About John Legend
He started by playing piano for Lauryn Hill and singing backing vocals for Jay‑Z and Alicia Keys. He was the first artist signed to Kanye West's GOOD Music label, and his single "Ordinary People" helped his album reach the Billboard 200 top ten and earn double‑platinum status.
Awards & Honors
Academy Award for Best Original Song
Grammy Award for Best New Artist
Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song
NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Music Video
Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program
honorary doctor of the Berklee College of Music
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