Kelis Rogers

Kelis (born Kelis Rogers, August 21, 1980) is an American singer and songwriter.

Kelis was born in the Harlem section of Manhattan, New York City. Her father, Kenneth, was a jazz musician and a Pentecostal minister

Kelis (born Kelis Rogers, August 21, 1980) is an American singer and songwriter.

Kelis was born in the Harlem section of Manhattan, New York City. Her father, Kenneth, was a jazz musician and a Pentecostal minister; her mother, Eveliss, was a fashion designer. "Kelis" is a combination of her African American father's and Chinese/Puerto Rican mother's names. Kelis' name is pronounced 'Kuh-Leese'.