Jazmine Sullivan is an acclaimed American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, celebrated for her powerhouse vocals, emotionally rich songwriting and distinctive storytelling. Since emerging onto the international music scene, Jazmine has established herself as one of contemporary R&B’s most respected voices, releasing four studio albums and earning 18 Grammy Award nominations. Her career has brought major industry recognition, including two Grammy Awards, two BET Awards, multiple NAACP Image Awards and a Billboard Women in Music Award. Known for combining soul, R&B and gospel influences, Jazmine is a popular choice for festivals, prestigious celebrations and exclusive live performances.
After signing her first recording contract as a teenager, she ultimately secured a deal with J Records and released her debut album, Fearless, in 2008. The record reached number one on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart and introduced audiences to her expressive vocal style through singles including 'Need U Bad' and 'Bust Your Windows'. She followed with 'Love Me Back' in 2010 and 'Reality Show' in 2015, strengthening her reputation for creating deeply personal R&B music centred on relationships, vulnerability and empowerment.
Jazmine reached another career high with her fourth studio album, 'Heaux Tales', released in 2021. The acclaimed project featured songs including 'Pick Up Your Feelings' and 'Girl Like Me' featuring H.E.R., while her wider catalogue includes favourites such as 'Lions, Tigers & Bears', 'Let It Burn', 'Holding You Down' and 'Need U Bad'. Her commanding voice and ability to move between intimate soul performances and powerful R&B anthems make her an outstanding live performer. In 2025, Jazmine appeared at major events including the Cincinnati Music Festival, Essence Festival of Culture and One Musicfest, demonstrating her continued appeal as a live artist.
Throughout her career, Jazmine has earned widespread recognition from the music industry. At the 2022 Grammy Awards, she won Best R&B Album for 'Heaux Tales' and Best R&B Performance for 'Pick Up Your Feelings', following years of Grammy recognition for her work. She was also named among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in 2022. Combining technical vocal ability with heartfelt storytelling and a catalogue spanning contemporary R&B and soul, Jazmine offers audiences a sophisticated and memorable live experience. Her established reputation, award-winning music and recognisable hits make her a compelling choice for festivals, private celebrations, corporate occasions and premium entertainment events.
