Truly: An Inspirational Journey Through the Life of a Musical Legend (Large Print)

New York Times, USA Today, and Los Angeles Times bestseller — an intimate memoir from music icon Lionel Richie, charting his extraordinary life and career.

In Truly: The Official Inspirational Journey Through the Life of a Musical Legend, legendary singer-songwriter Lionel Richie offers a deeply personal memoir that chronicles his remarkable journey from a shy youth in Tuskegee, Alabama, to one of the most beloved figures in popular music. With candid reflections on family, artistry, and the challenges he faced on the path to stardom, Richie revisits pivotal moments in his life: his rise with The Commodores, his solo career, writing timeless hits like “Hello” and “All Night Long,” creating the global anthem “We Are the World,” and navigating fame across decades. Blending warmth, insight, and humor, this inspirational narrative reveals the enduring power of love, creativity, and resilience that defines Richie’s legacy.

"A starred appraisal praising Richie’s openness and storytelling, calling the memoir a “refreshingly candid and utterly charming” reflection on a life in music." Kirkus Reviews

"A deeply engaging and heartfelt memoir that reveals both triumphs and vulnerabilities of a musical legend across a prolific career." USA Today