Four-time GRAMMYĀ®-nominated R&B superstarĀ KEM, one of the most distinctive and vital voices in music today, commemorates his 20th anniversary of being signed to the Motown label with two new career firsts: the release of his first book, and his first live album.
KEM prepares to share his life with fans as he releases his revealing and inspiring memoir, ShareĀ My Life: A Journey of Love, Faith, and Redemption,Ā published by Simon and Schuster.Ā ShareĀ My Life, also the title of one of his #1 hit singles, traces KEM’sĀ transformative journey from childhood to homelessness to internationally renowned singer-songwriter.
Known for his smooth and impeccable style,Ā KEM’sĀ journey to the stage is nothing short of inspiring. Praised byĀ Kirkus ReviewsĀ as a “forthright chronicle of hard-won success,”Ā ShareĀ My LifeĀ chroniclesĀ KEM’sĀ incredible journey of self-discovery. As a young man,Ā KEM’sĀ mother was never without a beer in her hand, and his relationship with his father was oddly tense. Emotionally starved, he internalized harmful feelings, which eventually led to him spiraling and turning to alcohol and drug use in search of relief. While bouncing around to several homeless shelters and drug rehab centers,Ā KEMĀ perfected the songs that revitalized his spirit and would later appear on his first album,Ā KEMISTRY, the cornerstone of a body of work that has touched millions, topped the music charts, and earned him a spot among the legendary icons etched atop Motown’s marquee.
“Having the ability to be open and transparent about my life has not always been easy for me. I’m finally at a point where I’m at peace with who I am, I have a love-filled marriage and family life, and I’ve been able to positively impact some folks. I believe that, with the platform I hold, it’s my responsibility to share my life – my hardships & my successes – so that I might encourage & inspire others.” –Ā KEM
