The tale of her discovery can be likened to a Disney movie. An avid karaoke singer, Kelli's fate changed one Friday night in Kingston, Jamaica following the performance of a Nelly Furtado song.

Having sung 'Turn off the Lights', the MC announced that Chris Smith, Furtado's manager, was present. Whether it was the initial shock or the utter disbelief of such a coincidence, it wasn't until she was approached by Smith that she realized something significant was happening.

Impressed by what they had heard during the live karaoke demo, Kelli was signed to Jamaica Records within weeks and Courtney John of FIWI Music had her composing lyrics for her debut single "HIDE AWAY", on the 'WHO DAT' rhythm.

Inspired by her father's passion for singing and the vastness of his musical appetite, Kelli has always been encouraged by her parents' support. Kris Kelli draws inspiration from other female artists like Gwen Stefani, Nelly Furtado and the late Aaliyah whom she says, she admires 'for their unique style of singing and creative writing'.

In August 2002 she opened for the Manhattans, the Stylistics, the Temptations, Cuba Gooding Sr., and Millie Jackson at the Summer Soul Jam Concert solidifying her decision to take her talents to the next level.

Officially entering the music industry in January 2003 and going through a very hectic two years of learning the business, writing and recording, performing at a number of major stage shows and charity events locally, going on an eleven-City tour in the United States as well as performances in Canada and filming some music videos.

A decision was made in early 2005 that the time had come for Kris Kelli to focus on her debut album.

She spent the next 18 months writing, recording and working with a number of top producers in Jamaica to come up with her debut album titled "My World".

The album boasts 15 tracks including two collaborations with Beenie Man and Vybz Kartel. The album represents various genres of Reggae music and also captures the essence, journey and versatility of the artiste. "MY WORLD" was released in Japan by Pony Canyon Int., on September 20th, 2006 and is doing very well.

Kris Kelli has visited Japan three times in the last 8 months doing promotional tours in the cities of Tokyo and Osaka as well as Interviews relating to her Album and photo shoots for several Magazines including a line of Winter Wear for Woofin and Woofin Girl Magazines.

The year 2007 has started off very hectic for Kris Kelli with two videos being shot in the first quarter for "STEP UP" which is the lead single on her album and "We're Missing You" (The Tribute) that was recorded after the album was released.

Kris Kelli again travelled to Japan in April 07, for two weeks where she performed at the Reggae Festa Concert which is held annually in Okinawa as well as doing more promotions for her debut Album and signing an endorsement deal with GLAD NEWS clothing line.