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Like most of R&B's finest talents (D'Angelo, Lynden David Hall, Erykah Badu, Chico Debarge, The Roots and Macy Gray--before she became a combined living legend and household name), Jill Scott doesn't fit neatly into any marketing game plan. The exquisitely chilled sounds of her aptly titled debut, Who Is Jill Scott?--one part jazzy-funk mixed with two parts slow and sexy hip-hop-inspired soul--defy tidy pigeonholes. Made from the same mould as Erykah Badu and Meshell Ndegéocello, Scott is blessed with a voice that flits between intimate spoken word love poetry and stirring melodies. Like D'Angelo, her grooves are a subtle blend of funked soul and sensual jazz. And, like all of the above, Scott sounds as if she means every sexually-charged word as she demands to know how her lover wants it on "It's Love", warns off the other woman with "Getting in the Way" and suggests an intimate encounter with "Long Walk". In fact, all that Who Is Jill Scott? lacks is the standout single that would make her the household name that she so deserves to be. --Dan Gennoe
From the Artist
Thank You
How many ways can I say thank you for your kind words and your support of my 1st album. This album was truely a labor
of love and respect for your ears. My/your album is selling so well because you are telling your friends about it. Word of
mouth still works! Thank YOU. I've waited a long time to give birth to "Who is Jill Scott?" and here it is. Continue telling
friends please. I LOVE THIS ALBUM. I thank YOU with all my heart. To God -all the glory.
Peace and so much love, your Ms. Jill Scott
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It is not very often that I invest into new artists, however, after visiting this site and reading reviews of this album,I bought the album. I would have to say that It's been the biggest and best investment I've made in years! You see, Jill knows that we(my hip hop generation) is trying to grow up. You know mature a little without appearng too soft.I'm here to inform all who read this that Ms. Scott is the Queen of Hip Hop/Jazz/R&B. From beginning to end, this album lures you into a sense of comfort. I feel guilty if I don't get a chance to play it. The live musucians, the range of her voice, the smoothed out tunes have me engulfed with satsfaction everytime.The poetry is the exquisit. Its sexy but it hardly ever mentions sex. The music is so sexy that she could be singing about a video game and you'd still feel romantic. My favorite cut is #9 "THE WAY".Never mentions sex but it its the sexiest record I've heard all year. The bass guitar is the drink that soothes you until Jill's voice forces you to put down your guard, then it's too late! You are hooked!!! DO BELIEVE THIS HYPE PEOPLE! THIS IS A CLASSIC! NO SHE IS NOT THE NEXT BADU, SHE IS THE ONE AND ONLY JILL SCOTT! If I were to compare her to any of today's artists, it would be MAXWELL! YES MAXWELL!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I get home in the evening when it's dark and cold outside,I draw my curtains, light my candles, leave the TV OFF, I shower, put something comfortable on, have dinner, get a glass of red wine. Then I put Jill Scott's CD on and get ready for some knock out, mind blowing, conscious, positive, uplifting, spiritual and educational entertainment. Let me tell you that Jill Scott is all that and MORE. The sultry jazz lyrics, interspersed with a back drop of hip hop (AND I HATE HIP HOP) just leaves you weeping for more.
It is the type of music that you can listen to by yourself, with friends, with children, in the car or with someone special. It has something for everyone.
I cannot force you to go out and buy the c.d but if you don't you are seriously selling yourself short and depriving your ears of some truly magical music. Since reading about her in Essence magazine a few months ago I have not looked back.
Jill Scott - I salute you !!!!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is the most amazing thing I have heard..... this woman is talent itself. Along with India Arie, Erykah Badu, Sade and Angie Stone, Jill Scott is one of the best of the female talents around......feel this music ..it will touch your soul and blow your mind. Nobody could regret buying this.....a long walk and gettin in the way are the more well known songs here but every song is priceless.....can't wait for the next album!!!! :) :) :) GO BUY THIS NOW!!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Love Rain
Jazz / Soul artist jill Scott launches her album with a fine display on this peice 'Who is JS'. Her rythmic, poetic rhyme method and unusual flow may not be for everyone's taste... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Obisearch
Great listening
I have always loved this CD. I first bought it about 7rs ago and lost it...taken me quite a few years to get another one but it is worth it and more.... Read more
Published on 31 July 2009 by Ms. N. A. Ogu
Who Is Jill Scott?
Jill's first album and it came as a breath of fresh air. Not only has Jill Scott one of the most soulful voices i've heard in years but she has integrity and spirit. Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2007 by Spider Monkey
Answer to C. Thorpe ...
C. Thorpe Yess this is the album you want to and the track you mentioned is "Getting in the way". It is a very heavy smoky album, reminds me of Erykah Badu... Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2006 by Andy
can anybody help
hi everybody, im need some help! i didnt rally kno much about jill scott only a track she released in the uk a few years back. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2006 by C. Thorpe
Gill Scott the super!
I love this woman. Her lyrics are moving, funny and poetic and her sound makes me swoon. This album is amazing and there isn't a bad track. Read more
Published on 22 Aug 2006 by Rachel Kinchin
Who Is Jill Scott? Words & Sounds Vol.1
In a year where Neo-Soul was becoming increasingly popular, with favourites Erykah Badu and D'Angelo making impressive comebacks, newcomers Macy Gray, Lucy Pearl and Angie Stone... Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2005
Original and Brilliant!
I was introduced the music of Jill Scott when I first met my beloved, it was one of the (only) C.D.'s they had that I wanted to play time and time again. After that..... Read more
Published on 16 July 2005 by Clumsey
Quality, quality and more quality...
That's all I've come to expect from Jill Scott.. Quality. I first heard tracks from this album whilst spending time at my counsin's home in London. Read more
Published on 19 April 2005 by Mr. M. S. Elson
WOW
This has been my favourite album since its release. I love it, i cant get enough of it. I am actually buying my 4th or 5th copy today because i keep lending it to people who just... Read more
Published on 12 Dec 2004
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