Released on December 2, 2003, The Diary of Alicia Keys is the critically acclaimed sophomore album from singer-songwriter and pianist Alicia Keys. Following the massive success of her debut, Songs in A Minor, this album further cemented her status as one of the most talented and soulful artists of her generation.

Blending elements of R&B, soul, jazz, and hip-hop, The Diary of Alicia Keys showcases her signature rich vocals, emotive songwriting, and masterful piano skills. The album features hit singles like You Don’t Know My Name, a nostalgic, storytelling-driven love song, If I Ain’t Got You, a heartfelt ballad about love’s true value, and Karma, an upbeat track with an empowering message.

Lyrically, the album explores themes of love, heartbreak, self-reflection, and perseverance, with Keys’ raw honesty and passion shining through in every song. Produced alongside industry legends like Kanye West, Timbaland, and Kerry “Krucial” Brothers, the album delivers a timeless sound that remains influential in modern R&B.

Commercially and critically, The Diary of Alicia Keys was a major success, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and winning multiple Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Album. With its soulful melodies and deeply personal storytelling, the album remains a defining moment in Alicia Keys’ career and a classic in contemporary R&B.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. Harlem's Nocturne
A2. Karma
A3. Heartburn
A4. If I Was Your Woman / Walk On By
A5. You Don't Know My Name

Side B:
B1. If I Ain't Got You
B2. Diary
B3. Dragon Days
B4. Wake Up

Side C:
C1. So Simple
C2. When You Really Love Someone
C3. Feeling U, Feeling Me (Interlude)
C4. Slow Down

Side D:
D1. Samsonite Man
D2. Nobody Not Really
D3. Streets Of New York
D4. Streets Of New York (Instrumental)