Kelly Price, with her powerful arena-filling voice developed in church, has seamlessly navigated between contemporary gospel and soul-infused R&B throughout her extensive career. She initially made her mark in the early ’90s as a standout background vocalist, notably supporting Mariah Carey, and later emerged as a prominent solo artist with the platinum-selling debut album ‘Soul of a Woman’ in 1998. Despite her solo success, Price continued to shine as a featured artist on hits like Whitney Houston’s ‘Heartbreak Hotel,’ earning her first Grammy nomination.
Growing up in a strict Pentecostal environment, Kelly Cherelle Price began her musical journey as a child in church, under the guidance of her mother who was a music director. Transitioning from gospel to secular music, Price’s career soared as a background vocalist for industry giants like Mariah Carey, George Michael, and others. Her solo career took off in 1998 with the chart-topping single ‘Friend of Mine,’ followed by a string of Top Ten R&B/hip-hop albums. Price’s musical evolution continued through label changes, Grammy nominations, and collaborations with acclaimed artists like Kanye West, solidifying her place as a dynamic and influential figure in the music industry.