Get to Know the Rising Star That Is Tori Kelly

After her amazing duet with James Bay at the Grammys on Monday, a lot of people were left wondering about Tori Kelly. It's no secret that the best new artist nominee has a great voice, but she's managed to stay mostly under the radar . . . until now. Tori has been proving herself for a while now with her award show performances and heart-wrenching Disney covers, but in order to get to know her a little bit better, we've uncovered a few fun facts about the stunning blonde. If you're not a fan yet, get ready to be hooked!

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​H​er ​M​anager ​Is ​Scooter Braun
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​H​er ​M​anager ​Is ​Scooter Braun

Yep, the same man that handles Justin Bieber's successful career.

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She Appeared on Season 9 of American Idol

While the singer was nominated for best new artist at the Grammys this year, Simon Cowell didn't think she had a good voice. He actually voted no when it came to sending her to Hollywood.

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She Toured With Sam Smith
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She Toured With Sam Smith

In 2014, Tori supported the British sensation during his In the Lonely Hour tour.

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She Became a Vine Sensation With This Cute Jingle

Better known now as the “Sun Is Out” Vine, Tori gained a lot of traction with fans with her incredible voice.

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Her Logo Is Based on a Bible Verse
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Her Logo Is Based on a Bible Verse

During an interview with BuzzFeed, the singer revealed that Psalm 91:4 was the inspiration behind the feather quill in her name.

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She Cowrote a Song With Ed Sheeran
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She Cowrote a Song With Ed Sheeran

Not only can Tori sing, but she also has some pretty amazing writing skills. The two wrote and recorded the duet "I Was Made For Loving You" for her new album.