“Whichever chord progressions move me, whether it's rock, jazz, doo-wop or soul, I'm going to put it together and not be worried about whether people can put it in a lane or not.”

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.