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Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1

Jill Scott · 2000

71 min · 19 tracks · R&B · soul

Soulful melodies and spoken word intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of love, identity, and self-empowerment.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 18, 2000, 'Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1' marked Jill Scott's debut album, establishing her as a prominent voice in neo-soul. At this time, she was transitioning from performing poetry to recording music, blending her literary roots with R&B and jazz influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Lauryn Hill· India.Arie

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Jilltro 1:03
  • 2 Do You Remember 4:43
  • 3 Exclusively 2:05
  • 4 Gettin’ in the Way 3:56
  • 5 A Long Walk 4:41
  • 6 I Think It’s Better 1:42
  • 7 He Loves Me (Lyzel in E Flat) 4:45
  • 8 It’s Love 5:54
  • 9 The Way 4:15
  • 10 Honey Molasses 2:41
  • 11 Love Rain 4:12
  • 12 The Roots (interlude) 0:57
  • 13 Slowly Surely 4:35
  • 14 One Is the Magic # 3:49
  • 15 Watching Me 3:48
  • 16 Brotha 3:27
  • 17 Show Me 4:11
  • 43 [silence] 0:05
  • 44 Try / Love Rain (remix) 10:07

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