Alicia Keys on Getting Away from It All and Finding Herself | Oprah’s Master Class | OWN

When success happened for singer Alicia Keys, it hit like a whirlwind. Alicia says that between a rigorous touring schedule and media demands, she was starting to buckle from the stress. To cope, she took three weeks off and went on a trip that changed her life forever. Watch as Alicia shares the lessons she learned about finding herself on that fateful trip to Egypt. For more on #masterclass, visit bit.ly/1ZQfeZO
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[@lunamagic8]

she's one of the most humble celebrities!

[@jihadibrahim1349]

PeytonSawyer236 very true

[@jalina5740]

PeytonSawyer236 Alicia Keys and Michael Jackson are the most humble celebrities I’ve seen! I love them both!! I look up to both of them❤️😇

[@priscillasisavanh6582]

This interview was my first time seeing Alicia Keys speak out about life. She is truly inspiring and a beautiful soul.

[@joannaleighton8932]

She's always has such calm, descriptive, emotional deep reasons /replies /answers to whatever she's asked about. She could go into right deep responses about a question about washer detergent lol x

[@lisat-wright99]

'Cept when asked about participating in the interruption of a marriage with a brand new father.

[@nellyluscious]

This interview is definitely where I am now in my life! I feel as though I ready to connect with me and only me! Sometimes you just give so much of yourself and I just really wonder Who could be there for me like I'm there for everybody else? And the answer is definitely nobody! Myself! I agree with Alicia on so many levels. I'm learning to give me more!!

[@nellyluscious]

***** Exactly!! Thank you so much for responding!!

[@soniaf.r.7195]

+NellyBelle me too!

[@nellyluscious]

Sonia Riyad I know thats right!!!

[@carimerriweather8530]

NellyBelle well said!

[@HeyLila78]

Agreed. Thanks for your POV. I’m starting on this journey now, as I’m going through major life changes..and I’ve realised the same thing. People take and take and take, but when push to shove, when it’s the hardest yard, you have you and yourself. So yes, let’s learn to be selfish sometimes..to take care of ourselves, stop apologising and being so considerate to the point of self-harm. You can’t pour from an empty cup. So let’s fill ourselves first.

[@saraiflores6573]

There are not enough words that can describe how much I appreciate her statements in this interview. When you're constantly pushing yourself you can easily lose a part of yourself, and become disconnected and hardened. And it's important to take time for yourself,to have that freedom to find out who you are. I'm so grateful for this :'), and this was literally what I needed to hear in this time in my life.

[@carpediemearth]

Alicia is not only an amazing well-rounded artist, but a wonderful human being, humanitarian, world citizen. She's a great inspiration.

[@soniaf.r.7195]

So many of us are in this same journey of discovering ourselves at our own paces, and it's hard, really hard sometimes, and confusing. But at the end of the day I think it's all worth it because we are lucky enough to have at least one purpose in our life, which is to connect with ourselves, learn and enjoy learning from life. Alicia will always be one of the most inspiring women to me, as an artist and as a person. Thank you Alicia, and thank you OWN.

[@Ashnesss]

Sonia F.R. It's quite a journey. Some decisions you make for yourself and to give yourself the peace, positivity and inspiration that you need. The concept is alien to some people. And some people can't take that you cut them off in the process of being your own person. Those people are not for you. The people who are meant for you, are the ones who understand your journey and support you on the quest of becoming who you need to be. It doesn't need to make sense to other people. You have to do what's best for you and what brings you peace. At least you know that you didn't go with the sea like a dead fish. You took a stance for yourself . You did what you had to do. You saw the outcome. You gained clarity. Your goals and mindset shifted which means that your life changed. If regressive and negative people did this, they would be a lot more pleasant and positive to be around.

[@conatcha]

Love her serenity.

[@etheldacosta1388]

I know this so well. My life was a whirlwind, till I just dropped it all in 2008, and changed the direction of my life.

[@surayaabdul5216]

she's so beautiful..

[@Halo-li8hg]

God a trip away is exactly the medicine I need to reevaluate my life right now.

[@insightinspiration9922]

I like this honest talk so much. How she describes her fame and the way she lost contact with herself really touched me because that's a side of fame that most of us don't see. I am glad for her that she feels more alive now!

[@user-tx8uv5ms5r]

When she just released 'if i ain got you' i was highschool girl and i was just fall in for her like crazy. She was Amazing. I just miss that times when real singer singing real good songs..

[@leonieisamazingxo]

So inspirational and beautiful 😍😍

[@Crunchysopa52]

Alicia rocks.

[@crystalgrose]

Enjoyed this interview, and love Alicia. I can feel what she is speaking about.

[@TheAlreadytaken24]

I love this.. I do think she went to Egypt because she was grieving a loved one.. she definitely needed that..

[@carlenefrancis5625]

The irony that Alicia Keys moon is in Libra and so is mine and I completely resonate with this especially when she saids to connect my soul into my body.

[@nflux2971]

That's not a Libra thing though

[@cathy-pz2to]

she is so inspiring. I look up to Alicia keys!

[@Missie34]

love her speaking voice and this interview is very helpful in terms of her speaking on me time I.need that

[@colsomemiah6095]

Valedictorian at Ivy League Columbia, natural Beauty, talent...the whole package: rare: speaks well of Lower East Side upbringing in the great Apple and her Mom!

[@JuliaWangMusic]

this is beautiful. she's beautiful.

[@SpecialgiftsLA]

I am so moved to see this..I love how she really spoke so truly on this topic of getting so lost in the Fast driving..and feeling complete disconnect ..It's nice to have the same experience and she described it perfectly..I literally fell apart yesterday as I needed that day off to myself just to slow down..and didn't have it. .I got flu and was crying..until I got to rest ..Also I feel the importance of connectedness to people..remembering who you are..where you come from ..your whole being in full..G-d bless all who are reading. So inspiring

[@Intertip2]

Thank you for sharing this very personal part of your history. Wishing you much happiness. ♡

[@MsICEskater16]

i loved this interview with Alicia.

[@NickiDivine69]

OWN Amazing to see her share her thoughts on an intimate level... this has opened my eyes on so many levels.

[@ailieanne2617]

Annie M me too

[@boipelopee]

Alicia Keys is amazing

[@idanceforthestars]

OWN she's very nice in person

[@530MAIDU]

I luv this Lady!! I recall her singing for my favorite musician who was my heroine for lifetime passages?? WHITNEY. God Bless you both.. I couldn't stop weeping ever time I'd listen to Look to YOU.. Thank you Ms. Keys Thank you😇👏🏼🌟

[@flaviaAbdallah1]

enjoying to be with yourself is a truly great experience.

[@Shalom4Everyone]

she is truly incredible

[@LNatureblush]

She is so beautiful inside and out...even without make-up.

[@ohsnapitspat6270]

Alicia is down to earth I can relate to her.

[@juanfuentes4035]

She has to be able to go any where any time,must be hard on her! Greatest singer in her time!

[@luna39900]

It’s true solo trips are amazing

[@liviennenonord928]

Ms/Mrs. Keys I love this recollection of yours of the invincible wings and air breathing down and through our lungs and being at 19.... I had watched Ms/Mrs Gladys Knight story just before yours about a recording that was stolen when she was fairly new to the music industry... and it reminded me of a similar circumstances I had found myself in.... but entirely a different institution yet similar problem.... you are a gifted artist... can you imagine what it would be like for you if for whatever reason you weren't able to take that 21 days journey to rest and reboot? I think we would missed out on Ali...!!! you rested and we found out what you were made of and IT is complete.... a complete work. Thank you for sharing.

[@abhiedioneda3990]

I love u miss Alicia Keys from the Philippines

[@Shivdotb]

A true artist

[@songpark9578]

I love her so much.

[@wilheminarufaro8131]

beautiful and inspiring

[@AndrewsOpinion15]

alicia keys look beautiful on own !!!

[@lyricgirl2012]

what these stars don't know is that they just got lost in the moment and lost in the music that they never had time to enjoy the moment. They think they lost a part of themselves which is true but the only way to find yourself was through the dance, the music, and most of all Gods voice. more work means more decision making, more steps, more climbing, more dedication. If you start with your soul in the music you should end with your soul in the music. You should never give your soul away to anyone. You are who you set to be from the beginning until you go through the making process of building the best you!

[@foreigncarsrule]

Alicia keys is very low key and simple. I get what she means about being alone u r completely in control of you but I still want someone just like she did.

[@andersonne]

GOD BLESS U BEAUTIFUL

[@b3llasWorld]

smart women!

[@denb502]

amazing talk

[@niksmith1039]

Wow...simply RAW! Luv it

[@shantelelshabaz8006]

I love this woman

[@boogiesmamagraham8265]

Just Love Her!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@richq1318]

I love Alicia Keys!

[@BrianDornTFP]

Her anthem was the highlight of the Superbowl.

[@gladysadjei5304]

that is very nice to hear thanks you

[@hannahluck9909]

who would give alicia keys a thumbs down??????????????????????????

[@carolinagarcia7764]

Me encanta su corte

[@Bak3dB3an]

What you're witnessing, when you watch mainstream entertainment, is lost people.

[@ch37twrc80]

Indeed

[@user-qd1mf8mx4f]

She was legend. Legend. I was insane for her

[@expo1706]

3 whole weeks? wow!! that's a lot : ) if it helped her, then good

[@mile98.16]

wow

[@quitran4368]

Reminded of There's Something About Mary(Hair gel) 😁

[@ICanSayKatarina]

transform/ rebirth/ regrow=a.keys

[@user-ei2ml2ux1k]

Brunnete baby alicinha❤❤❤❤❤

[@shannavanalstine3221]

To be alone is to hear our Spirit and to reconnect with God. It is definitely needed. The reason that so many celebrities have tragic endings to their life is because they don't take time to rest and allow God to refill their cups. The whole reason that the Israelites couldn't enter into the Promised Land is because they wouldn't enter into God's rest. There is a way that seems right to man but leads to death (Proverbs 14:12). That way is to have the Martha complex, which is, work, work, work. It's like we are trying to earn our salvation, when it is actually a free gift from God and cannot be earned. Our worth has already been established through the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ Hallelujah! There is nothing more to prove!

[@manuelacruz5177]

Amém ! 🙏🙏🙏

[@GinaGreenlee]

Great Jesus, she's stunning.

[@Fusions-xl3sh]

whats the soundtrack called at 0:04?

[@tyronewilliams8113]

Help me too write music I would like too sign up for the master class.

[@hugooliver8165]

what's the music to play start

[@dandininina770]

she probably went to egypt after reading The Alchemist :)

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Dandini Nina I'm instantly reminded of The Alchemist as soon as she mentioned her going on a self journey!

[@cheyenneblack3493]

God I love Alisha

[@ohsnapitspat6270]

Alicia

[@hugooliver8165]

what's the song ?

[@laurants]

Slowing down... Catholics call that prayer, daily Mass even

[@poohmatic4811]

COOL FOLKS ! SHE'S ON A LEVEL OF HER OWN ! YUP ! TRUE STORY ! 💪👂👣👀❤ ! OUTSIDE THE BOX ! 1 GOD ONLY /FOREVER, EVER /NATION / YUP !

[@anayamcmahan1297]

Love it

[@Whiteroca]

Lady Gaga shall be on here next!!

[@freddiekober5239]

alicia-keys-and-swizz-beatz-list- son has really grew up he looks just like her I understand she wants him to go to military school at least that what she said when he was about a year old

[@natashamartinez1739]

😗😙😚😍😘🤗😇

[@katerinamarinou2968]

Friendships....that are becoming unhealthy!!!! So what could she possibly mean with that????

[@agreen123]

First!

[@rossdaboss1959]

Isaiah 53:5, But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes, we are healed. For salvation, people just need to follow the way they did it in Acts? They were baptized in the water and of the spirit. Here's why! The gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If we are to follow him, we must do the same thing. Death= repentance, Burial = baptism, and resurrection = being filled with the Holy Ghost and rising again from dead works of the flesh. That's what Acts 2:38 is. Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. We must obey the gospel, 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9, in flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that OBEY NOT THE GOSPEL of our Lord Jesus Christ... Matthew 7:21-23, Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that DOETH THE WILL OF MY FATHER which is in Heaven. St John 3:3-5, EXCEPT a man, be born of WATER AND OF THE SPIRIT, he cannot enter into the kingdom of GOD. We can't come up with our own gospel. Galatians 1:8-9, But though we or an angel from heaven preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. Don't be cursed. One way for all people. Jews, Gentiles, and Samaritans. Our salvation has to match-up with the scriptures and no scriptures on the subject can be taken away. Eternity is TOOO long to be WRONG! st, John 5:39, Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me. The gospels show what Christ has done on the cross for us. The book of Acts shows us the beginning of Christ's Church and how to enter the Church, obeying Acts 2:38. The letters were written to the Church to show us how to behave now that we are born again into the Church. It's better to walk alone than to walk with a crowd going in the wrong direction. Are we supposed to follow the teachings of the apostles? Acts 2:42, They continued steadfastly in the apostle's doctrines. Ephesians 2:20, We are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone. Jesus Christ was our perfect example back to God. He was baptized and received the Holy Ghost and we must be baptized and receive the Holy Ghost. He was holy and walked in righteousness and we must be holy and walk in righteousness. He died and rose again, and we must die to the things of this world and rise to walk in the newness of life. He prayed to the father showing us how to pray to the father. If you believe in this message, help spread it in the name of Jesus Christ. God bless you!

[@sheilaspriggs1879]

Y'all. Think. Y'all. All. That. Not. On. Y'all. Death. Bed. U. Won't. Can't. Take. It. With.

[@kellybundy6553]

I don't have to "find" myself. I'm not lost. I know who i am. I am jesus's daughter and in loved by him. And that's my identity no matter what. I'll never understand this whole " find yourself" mantra the world follows. Why would I let anything define me other than the god who died for me,and that no matter what changes I will always be his? And I don't need to strive. To keep going. Get machine like. Burn out. Because I have JESUS. And I depend on him. And he gives me rest. And because he loves me I love others, and I put them first.

[@jessiedo4133]

Amen

[@sheldon_mlct]

liz morales true. But sometimes money and fame changes your perspective and priorities in life and i believe 99% of them forget about jesus. I am glad that she found her peace and is so much passionate and full of positivity now. We can all learn from each other's experience and we should all put god in the center of our life.

[@stancexpunks]

lizzie lentz this isn't about you

[@turbonbc]

Try some psilocybin mushrooms like jesus did which helped him find himself. Maybe you'd learn a thing or two.

[@fieryfree2933]

lizzie lentz Amen ! Couldnt agree more

[@sir.donjennerogorrell1243]

? goúd? 💙 u Alicia. Thx u. 🙌😤💀♎

[@EverydayPeopleTalkin]

Who cares she talented and weird

[@RandomnessTube.]

did she not cheat with someones boyfriend?

[@brandyspain7125]

Randomness Tube she did. She's human

[@Ridiculi]

Ugh.

[@gamingman814]

i used to really really love her... then she became a homewrecker...:-(

[@brandyspain7125]

Meka Waters then you never loved her.

[@09tyjuan]

Oprah can we not talk about this home wrecker

[@BlakeBarbieDoll]

Alicia has NO taste in clothes. She is NOT a good dresser.

[@lilyda-cookie4095]

Just because you don't have the same fashion sense as her, doesn't mean you can criticize her. 😒

[@DarrickDraper]

I don't think you could miss the point of a video more. She was speaking of something greater than clothes.

[@mikeyjohn9903]

at least Alicia doesnt dress like a hooker like beyonce and mariah.alicia has class.

[@anayamcmahan1297]

BlakeBarbieDoll stop HATING HATER

[@angellarson5103]

What is the right taste of clothes? There is none.

[@jbob2331]

Two horrible individuals....