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There’s something so special about hearing about the life of a musician through their own words. Now, Lionel Richie is telling his must-read story in his own words in a new memoir titled Truly.

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The “Stuck on You” singer’s memoir is currently available for pre-order on Amazon for $25.50, while a paperback version will run you $18.99. Right now, the book is 30% off. A pretty hefty steal if you ask us. If you’re less of a physical media person, you can also get the Kindle version for $18.99. For super fans of the superstar, you can also snag yourself a signed copy of the upcoming memoir for just $36 at Barnes & Nobel. No matter what version you get, the memoir includes three eight-page photo inserts depicting pivotal moments in Richie’s life, giving the text more context.

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“One week from today, my memoir TRULY will finally be here. It’s the first time I’ve shared my full life story, and I cannot wait for you all to read it,” Richie wrote on his X account on Sept. 23. The memoir offers an intimate look into Richie’s life, one music fans and followers of the singer won’t want to miss out on.

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Readers are taken through Richie’s humble beginnings growing up in Tuskegee, Ala., during the Civil Rights movement to his adventures as a member of The Commodores and his time spent growing up in 1960s Harlem. From there, Richie shares his highs, like being signed to Motown at just 19 years old alongside The Jackson Five, writing and recording “We Are the World” and the fear and excitement he felt going solo. Finally, we’re treated to his life today as Richie enjoys multi-generational fame as a judge on American Idol. It’s safe to say the man has done and seen it all, and his memoir proves as much.

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Of course, Richie is a household name, famous for hits like “Endless Love” with Diana Ross and “Hello.” Over his career thus far, the artist has had five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 in his career to date and 13 top 10 hits. This year, Richie embarked on his Say Hello To The Hits Tour that began in Belfast in May and ended in August in Madrid.

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