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Singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé strives for authenticity

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For years, singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé pursued music on the side while she studied neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. She's now on her first U.S. tour.

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You may not know Emeli Sandee name, but if you’ve been listening to Rihanna or Alicia Keys lately, there’s a good chance you know her work. Sande wrote the bonus track “Half of Me” on Rihanna’s 2012 album, “Unapologetic,” and co-wrote three songs on Keys’ latest, “Girl on Fire.” In addition to those big-name collaborations, the 25-year-old Scottish singer has a best-selling debut album, “Our Version of Events,” in the United Kingdom. She brings her powerhouse vocals and piano-driven songwriting to the U.S., where she is currently on her first stateside tour.