Arie biography india

Born India Arie Simpson on October 3, , in Denver, CO; daughter of Ralph (a minister and former professional basketball player) and Joyce Simpson. Education: Studied at Savannah College of Art and Design, GA.

Addresses: Record company--Motown Records, Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY , website: Official Website:

made one of the most notable debuts in music history with her album Acoustic Soul. A critical and commercial hit, the album sold million copies in its first year of release and earned the musician seven Grammy Award nominations.

Although did not walk away with any Grammy Awards that year, the publicity catapulted her into the front ranks of contemporary female R&B performers, a roster that included Jill Scott, Alicia Keys, Lauryn Hill, and Macy Gray.

After touring with Sade, returned to the studio to make her follow-up album to Acoustic Soul. "The thought crossed my mind about not wanting to alienate my fan base," told Billboard in September of about her se