In modern times, soul and R&B music might not be the same that they used to be, but that doesn’t mean fans of those genres don’t have contemporary stars creating amazing music. Jill Scott might be the best example of that. She burst onto the scene in 2000, and more than two decades later, she’s still going strong. In between occasional acting gigs in movies and TV shows, Scott has continued to create new music, winning a few Grammy Awards along the way. More importantly, Scott has continued to tour, giving her fans the opportunity to hear her sweet soprano voice in person. As amazing as modern recording technology is, there’s something about Scott’s voice that can only be fully appreciated when listening to it live.

A Special Voice

There should be no denying that Scott’s voice is special. As a soprano, she can hit notes that other singers can only dream of reaching. Even among sopranos, Scott can get to the upper register, which is something that only a few prominent singers in every generation have been able to do. On top of her pure talent, Scott has practically created a style of her own. On the surface, she may sound like a soul or R&B singer, but she’s done brilliantly to incorporate elements of hip hop, jazz, opera, and even spoken word into her music. It’s essentially the 21st-century version of soul, a creation that is almost entirely her own and a sound that can only be created with a special voice like hers.

Here, There, and Everywhere

While her sound is a little unique, Scott has managed to find her way into the mainstream because of her immense talent. She began her career in theater and has frequently appeared in moves and TV shows as an actress, not to mention lending her amazing voice to some animated roles. She’s also participated in some amazing collaborations with other artists, including Erykah Badu, Andrea Brown, Dr. Dre, and The Roots. Scott even appeared on the famous Hamilton Mixtape, singing the song “Say Yes to This,” further establishing herself as one of the most talented singers in the industry.