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“I didn't leave home until 27. I was an only child raised in Philadelphia by my mother and grandmother. My grandmother controlled the stove. She made a lot of potato meals - mashed potato, potato souffle, potato pancakes. When we didn't have electricity we ate romantically, by candlelight.”

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Jill Scott, born on April 4, 1972, is an American singer-songwriter known for her emotive voice and unique musical style, which blends soul, R&B, and jazz elements. Her music often addresses love, life, and social issues, and her songs have won the hearts of many listeners. more

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