“There are black marriages that are still going strong 40 years later. You hear so many myths that there aren't any people making it, but there are. As long as there are some, there's hope.”

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.