“My earliest influence was Quincy Jones. I thought 'The Wiz' soundtrack was the most amazing thing I'd ever heard. It was my first record and you had Michael Jackson, Ted Ross, Nipsey Russell and Diana Ross on it. I even took it to show and tell in third grade!”

Jill Scott is an American poet and singer-songwriter of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. She blends spoken word and soulful music to explore themes of identity, resilience, and Black womanhood. Her work is celebrated for its lyrical depth and emotional honesty.