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1 Feb, 2013

Fault cover

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john-legend-covers-fault-magazine-exclusive-videoLegend appears on the cover of the February 2013 issue of Fault magazine. He talks about his advice to younger performers, his musical influence, and his plans for 2013.

Well, when I was younger, lots of soul music: Motown and artists like Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Nat King Cole [and] Luther Vandross. Then, when I was a bit older (in my early teens), artists and groups like Jodeci had a big influence on me.

13 Feb, 2011

Wins Grammy

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Legend wins Grammy for Best R&B Song for Shine.

I am glad we could win together…you never take it for granted. It doesn’t last forever.

John Legend Interview at 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards - GRAMMY Live | GRAMMYs

Wins Grammy

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indexLegend and The Roots wins Grammys for Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance for Hang On In There and Best R&B Album for Wake Up!

8 Feb, 2009

Wins Grammy

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Green and Legend wins the Grammy for Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals  for Stay With Me (By The Sea).

11 Feb, 2007

Wins Grammy

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Legend wins the Grammy for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for Heaven, Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals for Family Affair.

8 Feb, 2006

Wins Grammy

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imagesLegend wins the Best New Artist,  Best Male R&B Vocal Performance  for Ordinary People, and Best R&B Album for Get Lifted.