John Legend’s moniker wasn’t always so legendary. In fact, it took a legal contract to secure the right to even use his now-popular stage name. Legend decided to go for it, realizing that this stage ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A legendary story. During the first episode of Amazon Studios’ new series “Words+Music,” John Legend recalled how he made a deal ...

John Legend's moniker wasn't always so legendary. In fact, it took a legal contract to secure the right to even use his now-popular stage name. "J. [Ivy] heard me singing, playing and doing all I was ...

John Legend recently launched his world tour, honoring 20 years since his debut album “Get Lifted” that catapulted him to stardom. As a household name in the music industry, Legend uses his platform ...

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 ...

*John Legend, born John Roger Stephens, reflects on the origins of his stage name and early career in the premiere episode of Amazon Studios’ “Word+Music,” which debuted Nov. 30 on MGM+. As PEOPLE ...

The Grammy winning singer-songwriter was born John Roger Stephens Ever wondered how John Legend became a Legend? It started in the early 2000s while he was collaborating with then-fellow unknown Kanye ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Legend decided to go for it, realizing that this stage name would “make people pay attention.” ...