Maurice White

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Maurice White's achievements as a musician and producer are extraordinary. He sold over 90 million albums worldwide with Earth, Wind & Fire, earning seven Grammy Awards. His induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and the Songwriters Hall of Fame recognize his lasting impact on popular music. White's innovative use of the kalimba and his fusion of genres created a sound that continues to influence artists across generations.

AwardsWhite won seven Grammy Awards from 22 nominations. His individual competitive wins include Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for "Shining Star" and a Grammy with the Ramsey Lewis Trio. Most of his Grammy wins were as producer and member of Earth, Wind & Fire.

Honours & Distinctions

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame·2000

Inducted as a member of Earth, Wind & Fire.

Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductee

Songwriters Hall of Fame·2010

Inducted individually for his songwriting contributions.

Memphis Music Hall of Fame Inductee

Memphis Music Hall of Fame·2016

Inducted for his contributions to music from Memphis.

Records & Feats

First to popularize the kalimba in mainstream American pop music

Cultural Impact·1970

Introduced the African thumb piano to a global audience through Earth, Wind & Fire's recordings.