BIOGRAPHY
Miki Howard was born on September 30, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, as Alicia Michelle Howard. She was the daughter of gospel singer Josephine Howard and grew up surrounded by music. Miki began her professional singing career in the late 1970s.
In the early 1980s, Miki Howard signed with Atlantic Records and released her self-titled debut album in 1986. The album featured the hit single "Come Share My Love," which marked her entry into the R&B music scene. Her second album, "Love Confessions" (1987), included the single "Baby, Be Mine," which became another successful R&B hit.
Miki Howard's third album, "Miki Howard" (1989), was a significant milestone in her career. It featured the hit single "Ain't Nuthin' in the World," which became her first top 10 R&B hit and remains one of her signature songs. The album showcased her vocal range and emotional delivery, earning critical acclaim.
Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Miki Howard continued to release albums, including "Femme Fatale" (1992) and "Three Wishes" (2001). While her commercial success may not have reached the heights of her early career, Miki Howard's talent and artistry remained admired within the R&B community.
In addition to her music career, Miki Howard pursued acting, appearing in stage plays and television productions. She portrayed the legendary jazz and blues singer Billie Holiday in the Spike Lee film "Malcolm X" (1992).
Miki Howard's music often explores themes of love, relationships, and self-empowerment. Her soulful and versatile voice, often compared to that of Billie Holiday, has earned her respect in the R&B and jazz genres.
Miki Howard continues to perform and release music. Her contributions to R&B, particularly during the late 1980s and early 1990s, are celebrated, and her influence on subsequent generations of R&B artists is acknowledged.