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<h2>Early Life and Family Background</h2>
<p>Kelly Price was born on April 4, 1973, in New York City. She was raised in Far Rockaway, Queens, where her musical talents emerged at an early age. As a toddler, she began singing in church, influenced by her family's strong religious and musical background. Her mother served as the musical director at their local church, and her grandfather was a bishop and pastor in the Church of God in Christ, based in Queens. He also served as a Jurisdictional Prelate for the First Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of Barbados. Price's rich, soulful voice earned her the nickname “Little Mahalia Jackson,” in homage to the legendary gospel singer. Tragically, her father passed away when she was just nine years old.</p>

<h2>Early Career and Breakthrough</h2>
<p>In 1992, Kelly Price received her first significant professional opportunity singing with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Michael">George Michael</a> at Madison Square Garden. Her dedication and work ethic quickly stood out. During a rehearsal break for the Grammy Awards, she continued practicing—an effort that led to her introduction to <a href="/biography/tommy-mottola">Tommy Mottola</a>, then <a href="/biography/tommy-mottola">CEO</a> of Sony Music and husband of <a href="/biography/mariah-carey">Mariah Carey</a>. This encounter paved the way for her career as a backing vocalist.</p>

<p>Price gained prominence by contributing background vocals to several <a href="/biography/mariah-carey">Mariah Carey</a> songs and videos, including “Fantasy.” She also lent her voice to hits such as "Mo Money Mo Problems" by The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Notorious_B.I.G.">Notorious B.I.G.</a> and worked alongside legendary artists like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aretha_Franklin">Aretha Franklin</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faith_Evans">Faith Evans</a>, and <a href="/biography/r-kelly">R. Kelly</a>.</p>

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<h2>Debut Albums and Chart Success</h2>
<p>Kelly Price released her debut album, <i>Soul of a Woman</i>, in 1998 under Island Records. The album featured the hit single “Friend of Mine,” which became a No. 1 track on the U.S. R&B chart. A remix of the song featuring <a href="/biography/r-kelly">R. Kelly</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Isley">Ronald Isley</a> further elevated its popularity.</p>

<p>Her second studio album, <i>Mirror Mirror</i>, was released in 2000 under Def Soul, a subsidiary of Def Jam Records. It included the successful tracks “You Should’ve Told Me” and “As We Lay,” the latter earning her a Grammy nomination. Demonstrating her versatility, Price released a Christmas album titled <i>One Family</i> in 2001. In 2003, she followed up with her third album, <i>Priceless</i>.</p>

<h2>Gospel Roots and Independent Ventures</h2>
<p>In 2005, Kelly Price returned to her gospel roots with the live album <i>This Is Who I Am</i>. The release marked her first project under her own label, Ecclectic Sounds Records. It showcased her spiritual foundation and vocal strength in a gospel-inspired setting. In 2006, she was honored by becoming a member of Sigma Gamma Rho, an international sorority known for its community service and civic engagement.</p>

<h2>Television, Film, and Public Image</h2>
<p>Beyond music, Price made an appearance in the 2003 comedy film <i>Bringing Down the House</i>. Her visibility in both music and entertainment helped solidify her status as a multi-talented performer within the U.S. music industry.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Advocacy</h2>
<p>Kelly Price married Jeffrey Rolle in 1992, and the couple has two children together—a son and a daughter. In 2015, reports surfaced suggesting that the couple was divorcing; however, this has not been publicly confirmed in official biographies. Price’s estimated net worth is approximately $2.5 million.</p>

<p>Her mother's battle and triumph over inflammatory breast cancer deeply influenced Price. As a result, she has been active in charitable efforts and educational initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the disease. Throughout her career, she has been nominated for six Grammy Awards and won the Soul Train Music Award in 1999.</p>

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