Jill Scott is an American singer-songwriter, poet, and actress. She was born on April 4, 1972, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Jill Scott's music style blends elements of R&B, jazz, soul, and hip hop. She gained fame with her debut album "Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1" in 2000, which earned her three Grammy nominations. Her subsequent albums, including "Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2" and "The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3," were also critically acclaimed. In addition to her music career, Jill Scott has also acted in several films and television shows, including "Why Did I Get Married?" and "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency." She has also published several books of poetry, including "The Moments, The Minutes, The Hours" and "The Light of the Sun." Jill Scott is known for her powerful and soulful voice, and she has received numerous awards throughout her career, including four Grammy Awards and three NAACP Image Awards.