{"id":1832,"date":"2025-07-06T09:09:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T09:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/?p=1832"},"modified":"2025-07-07T16:56:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T16:56:53","slug":"jazmine-sullivan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/jazmine-sullivan\/","title":{"rendered":"Jazmine Sullivan Profile, Biography, Lists"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-650x975.png\" alt=\"Jazmine Sullivan\" class=\"wp-image-1838\" style=\"width:471px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-650x975.png 650w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-400x600.png 400w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-250x375.png 250w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-150x225.png 150w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-50x75.png 50w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-100x150.png 100w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-300x450.png 300w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-350x525.png 350w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-450x675.png 450w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-500x750.png 500w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress-550x825.png 550w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jazmine-Sullivan-dress.png 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jazmine Sullivan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lists:<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-135-most-stylish-big-beautiful-women-in-the-world\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-135-most-stylish-big-beautiful-women-in-the-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most Stylish Big Beautiful Women<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full Name:<\/strong> Jazmine Marie Sullivan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Born:<\/strong> April 9, 1987 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education:<\/strong> Graduated from the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vocal Style:<\/strong> Rich contralto with a distinctive raspy tone, influenced by icons like Mariah Carey and Lauryn Hill\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Partner:<\/strong> Producer Dave Watson (since around 2017).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career Journey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Early Career &amp; Debut (2003\u20132009)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Signed with <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jive_Records\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jive_Records\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jive Records<\/a> at 15; worked behind the scenes before being dropped.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Co-wrote tracks and gained early experience before releasing her debut album <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_zmXV_Vlvko\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_zmXV_Vlvko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Fearless<\/em><\/strong> (2008)<\/a> with J Records, which peaked at #6 on Billboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit singles: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HiFqIVQNM4I&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HiFqIVQNM4I&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cNeed U Bad\u201d<\/a> (her first #1 on Billboard R&amp;B charts) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mOzdfaEPaR0\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mOzdfaEPaR0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cBust Your Windows\u201d<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Growth &amp; Sophomore Album (2010)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Released <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Df85ojZs8Ag\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Df85ojZs8Ag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Love Me Back<\/em><\/strong> in 2010<\/a>, debuting at #17 on Billboard 200<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborated with Songwriting heavyweights like <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Missy_Elliott\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Missy_Elliott\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Missy Elliott<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ne-Yo\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ne-Yo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ne-Yo<\/a>; acclaimed for its lyrical depth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hiatus &amp; Triumphant Return (2015)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Took a break after \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Df85ojZs8Ag\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Df85ojZs8Ag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Love Me Back<\/em><\/strong><\/a>,\u201d returning with <strong><em>Reality Show<\/em><\/strong> in 2015 via RCA, debuting at #12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earned critical praise and multiple Grammy nominations; standout tracks include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VulY3T8nc0g\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VulY3T8nc0g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cDumb\u201d<\/a> (feat. Meek Mill) and \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7caf6ouyPFo&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7caf6ouyPFo&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forever Don\u2019t Last<\/a>\u201d.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conceptual Masterpiece \u2013 <em>Heaux Tales<\/em> (2021)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Released the acclaimed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HjoQDkwR34w\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HjoQDkwR34w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EP <strong><em>Heaux Tales<\/em><\/strong><\/a> in January 2021, which debuted at #4 on Billboard 200, her highest album chart position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A candid, narrative-driven project exploring themes of love, sexuality, empowerment, and womanhood through songs and spoken-word interludes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnered multiple accolades:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grammy Award<\/strong> for Best R&amp;B Album<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grammy Award<\/strong> for Best R&amp;B Performance (\u201cPick Up Your Feelings\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BET Album of the Year, Soul Train Album of the Year, and praise from NPR, Pitchfork, LA Times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Awards &amp; Honors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grammy Awards:<\/strong> 2 wins (including Best R&amp;B Album &amp; Performance), plus multiple nominations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BET Awards:<\/strong> Album of the Year for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HjoQDkwR34w\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HjoQDkwR34w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Heaux Tales<\/em> (2021)<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soul Train Music Awards:<\/strong> Album of the Year for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HjoQDkwR34w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Heaux Tales<\/em> (2021)<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time 100 Most Influential People:<\/strong> Featured in 2022.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rolling Stone:<\/strong> Named one of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time (2023).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Engagement &amp; Advocacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Performed the national anthem at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Super_Bowl_LV\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Super_Bowl_LV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Super Bowl LV<\/a><\/strong> in February 2021.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Won acclaim for her expressive honesty and for championing authentic Black female voices through music and performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continues to support social justice projects, such as penning the end-credits song \u201cStand Up\u201d for the film <em>Till<\/em>, spotlighting racial injustice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Life &amp; Resilience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recently weathered personal tragedies: her mother Pamela passed away in July 2023 after a battle with breast cancer; Jazmine also experienced a miscarriage in early 2025. She opened up emotionally on social media on her birthday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>She is using her experiences to heal and connect deeply with her fans, emphasizing vulnerability and self-care\u202f<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Artistic Style &amp; Legacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vocal Identity:<\/strong> Embraced her distinct rasp early on, evolving from modeling her voice after Mariah Carey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Songwriting:<\/strong> Known for deeply emotive storytelling; her signature is exploring heartbreak, empowerment, and emotional truth\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Genre Influence:<\/strong> Seamlessly blends traditional neo-soul with modern R&amp;B, creating timeless soundscapes that resonate with a broad audience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Jazmine Sullivan Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jazmine Sullivan stands as one of the most vital voices in contemporary music\u2014her powerful vocals, candid storytelling, and unwavering authenticity have reshaped the R&amp;B landscape. Through her emotionally raw albums and brave public presence, she continues to empower listeners, especially Black women, to see their experiences mirrored and validated in art.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lists:Most Stylish Big Beautiful Women Personal Background Career Journey Early Career &amp; Debut (2003\u20132009) Growth &amp; Sophomore Album (2010) Hiatus &amp; Triumphant Return (2015) Conceptual Masterpiece \u2013 Heaux Tales (2021) Awards &amp; Honors Public Engagement &amp; Advocacy Personal Life &amp; Resilience Artistic Style &amp; Legacy Why Jazmine Sullivan Matters Jazmine Sullivan stands as one of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1833,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_caption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_nocaption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_hide":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1832","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-singers-musicians"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1832","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1832"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1832\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2038,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1832\/revisions\/2038"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1833"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1832"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1832"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1832"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}