Twenty years ago, before all the shiny gold statues, platinum-selling albums, and critical acclaim, John Legend was an upstart singer and pianist, bouncing between Philadelphia and New York trying to ...

John Legend, TIME 100 Most Influential People. John Legend, TIME 100 Most Influential People.Photograph by Miles Aldridge for TIME John Legend, TIME 100 Most Influential People. Photograph by Miles ...

After persevering through "twists and turns" in his early days, the 12-time Grammy winner is still breaking records — and barriers — as he relishes a joyful family life John Legend was on top of the ...

Now on an extensive tour to celebrate the 21st anniversary of his major-label debut album, the multimillion-selling “Get Lifted,” John Legend has won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards. Is it all ...