“I established early what I was and wasn't willing to accept. People tried to say what I had to do, whether it be pop or R&B, to be successful. Even when I was in the girl group, they would try to make our voices sound very radio-friendly and fit that mold. But even before I got signed, I knew who I was and who I wanted to be.”

American R&B singer, songwriter, and actress

Andra Day, born Cassandra Monique Batie, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and actress. She has won a Grammy Award, a Children's and Family Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award, and has also been nominated for an Academy Award. She is best known for her work as a singer and performer, moving between music and acting. Her recognition spans both fields, reflecting a career that has brought her major honors in recording and screen performance.