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Alicia Keys Serenades Husband Swizz Beatz On His 45th Birthday: 'Forever By Your Side'

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By Fiyin Olowokandi on September 14, 2023 at 11:00 PM EDT

Despite being married for over a decade, Alicia Keys' love for her husband, Swizz Beatz, remains stronger than ever, as indicated in her heartfelt tribute on his 45th birthday.

The adorable sweethearts, who have known each other since they were teens, are blessed with two sons, Egypt Daoud, born in October 2010, and Genesis Ali, born in December 2014.

As the hip-hop producer turned 45 on Wednesday, September 13, Keys celebrated him with the loveliest words, acknowledging how much he means to her and reminding him of her eternal love. 

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Alicia Keys Describes Swizz Beatz As 'Absolutely Out Of This World' In 45th Birthday Tribute

The Grammy Award winner, who could not hold back her delight in wishing her significant other a happy birthday, honored him with a carousel of the cutest shots alongside a matching note.

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Alicia Keys serenades husband Swizz Beatz on his 45th birthday
Instagram | Alicia Keys
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As seen on her Instagram feed, the couple looked so much in love posing in their home's driveway, in the middle of two luxury sports cars, and in front of their mansion. They struck multiple poses, with the first slide showing them holding wine glasses and grinning at the camera. In another slide, the celebrant was captured kissing his wife's forehead as he hugged her from behind.

For the photo session, the "Diary" musician wore a beautiful short blue and orange patterned dress complemented with stylish jewelry and orange slides while her husband opted for a simple brown suit and black shoes. 

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"Happy Born Day to the one whose sun I orbit!!" Keys gushed in the caption. "There's nothing we can't do. This year is going to be transformative! You are absolutely out of this world!‼️???? Forever yours, and forever by your side!."

Such endearing words did not go unnoticed by the "Girl's Best Friend" producer, as he instantly appreciated his beloved in the comments section. "You went crazyyyyyyyyyyyy thanks for the besttttttt time [ever] wowwww love you beyond life," he wrote, adding several white heart emojis and "thank you."

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Alicia Keys serenades husband Swizz Beatz on his 45th birthday
Instagram | Alicia Keys

Fans also sent well wishes, including the award-winning songwriter John Legend, who exclaimed, "SWIZZ!! Happy birthday!!" Another commenter followed with, "Awww ? ? y'all two tho ? ? Happy birthday!!!!!!!"

One more admirer who wished Beatz a happy birthday called the couple "gorgeous." Similarly, a supporter shared, "Happy Birthday to your king! Many blessings??" and another added, "Y'all are beautiful!!! Real love right there!! Happy b day✨✨??."

Days before the celebrant's birthday, his family treated him to a pre-birthday dinner, which he detailed on Instagram alongside the caption, "Thank you, my loves, for my early bday dinner zaaaa we just missing the princess Nikki, but we love u. Thank you guys ?????Sept 13th Virgo." 

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Alongside the grateful message were some images featuring himself with his family at a restaurant. Keys, their two sons, and Beatz's two older boys from his past relationship could be seen sitting with him. 

A few commenters also sent early birthday wishes to the producer. One such fan remarked, "Happy birthday to my Virgo brother!" Another expressed, "Happy birthday to you, dear Swizz! Wishing you the best year ahead. We love you."

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Keys swooning tribute may prompt fans to recall when Beatz marked her 42nd birthday earlier this year with a note of affection on Instagram.

He also attached a mashup transition-like video of the "Fallin" songstress vibing to several songs like Frank Ocean's "Chanel," Sir's "D'Evils," and Bhad Bhabie's "Hi Bich" playing in the background.

In the caption, he sang praises for Keys, calling her "a real Goddess" whom he loved "beyond the Zone." He also wrote, "You're a gift to this world #FACTS #HappyAliciaDay." 

'The Girl On Fire' Songstress Revealed The Secret Behind Her Successful Marriage

Back in March, Keys shared how she and Beatz kept their marriage going despite their busy careers and the difficulties they encountered over the years.

In a chat with the Wall Street Journal, the "No One" singer revealed that it was all about "carving out time" for each other as every marriage struggled with that.

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Alicia Keys serenades husband Swizz Beatz on his 45th birthday
Instagram | Alicia Keys

Keys also mentioned, "You find yourself running and doing the things for school, for the kids, and doing all the things for your lists, for all the dreams you have in your career, and what you have to do next."

She added that the moments spent with one's partner were "so priceless" and would reflect positively on the relationship if it is prioritized. 

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