Kelis Rogers — Biography
Kelis Rogers, known professionally by her first name, is an American artist recognized for her contributions to music and the culinary world. Her artistic journey began at New York's Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, where she honed her skills on the saxophone and was part of the esteemed Girls Choir of Harlem. Following her graduation, Rogers explored various avenues before lending her voice as a backup vocalist on the Gravediggaz track "Fairytalez." A pivotal turning point came with her collaboration with the production duo The Neptunes, comprising Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, which led to her record deal with Virgin Records in 1998.
Her debut album, Kaleidoscope, arrived on December 7, 1999, through Virgin Records. This album, deeply influenced by the sounds of 1970s jazz and disco, achieved both critical acclaim and international recognition. It yielded three singles: "Caught Out There," "Good Stuff," and "Get Along with You." In the United Kingdom, Kaleidoscope reached number 43 and earned a gold certification, marking her initial success there. After the follow-up album Wanderland in 2001, which saw limited commercial impact and no U.S. release until 2019, Rogers departed from Virgin Records.
In 2003, Rogers released her third studio album, Tasty, which propelled her to mainstream success. This album featured notable singles such as "Milkshake," "Trick Me," "Millionaire" (with André 3000), and "In Public" (with Nas). Her fourth album, Kelis Was Here, released in 2006, was preceded by the single "Bossy" (featuring Too Short) and secured a spot at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. Taking a break from music, Rogers pursued her passion for culinary arts, attending Le Cordon Bleu. She later signed with will.i.am, leading to the release of her fifth album, Flesh Tone, in 2010. This album produced four singles, including "Acapella" and "4th of July (Fireworks)," which found success on dance charts in the U.S. and the UK.
Her sixth studio album, Food, released in 2014, showcased a neo soul influence and became her second album to chart within the top 20 in the UK. It spawned the singles "Jerk Ribs," "Rumble," and "Friday Fish Fry." Rogers has received accolades from prestigious award ceremonies like the Brit Awards, Q Awards, NME Awards, and Grammy Awards. Her diverse musical output spans multiple genres, and she has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Busta Rhymes, Clipse, Calvin Harris, Björk, and No Doubt, both as a lead and featured performer. Worldwide, she
Her debut album, Kaleidoscope, arrived on December 7, 1999, through Virgin Records. This album, deeply influenced by the sounds of 1970s jazz and disco, achieved both critical acclaim and international recognition. It yielded three singles: "Caught Out There," "Good Stuff," and "Get Along with You." In the United Kingdom, Kaleidoscope reached number 43 and earned a gold certification, marking her initial success there. After the follow-up album Wanderland in 2001, which saw limited commercial impact and no U.S. release until 2019, Rogers departed from Virgin Records.
In 2003, Rogers released her third studio album, Tasty, which propelled her to mainstream success. This album featured notable singles such as "Milkshake," "Trick Me," "Millionaire" (with André 3000), and "In Public" (with Nas). Her fourth album, Kelis Was Here, released in 2006, was preceded by the single "Bossy" (featuring Too Short) and secured a spot at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. Taking a break from music, Rogers pursued her passion for culinary arts, attending Le Cordon Bleu. She later signed with will.i.am, leading to the release of her fifth album, Flesh Tone, in 2010. This album produced four singles, including "Acapella" and "4th of July (Fireworks)," which found success on dance charts in the U.S. and the UK.
Her sixth studio album, Food, released in 2014, showcased a neo soul influence and became her second album to chart within the top 20 in the UK. It spawned the singles "Jerk Ribs," "Rumble," and "Friday Fish Fry." Rogers has received accolades from prestigious award ceremonies like the Brit Awards, Q Awards, NME Awards, and Grammy Awards. Her diverse musical output spans multiple genres, and she has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Busta Rhymes, Clipse, Calvin Harris, Björk, and No Doubt, both as a lead and featured performer. Worldwide, she
