Jill Scott Makes a Triumphant Return With Her First Album in 11 Years

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After more than a decade without a full-length release, Grammy-winning soul artist Jill Scott has officially returned. On February 13, 2026, she dropped her long‑awaited sixth studio album, To Whom This May Concern, via Blues Babe Records/Human Re Sources.

A Long-Awaited Homecoming

The album marks Scott’s first major release since Woman in 2015, and from the very first track—featuring spoken‑word artist Maha Adachi Earth—it’s clear she’s come back with renewed purpose. The project spans 19 tracks, blending heartfelt lyricism, layered instrumentation, and Scott’s unmistakable vocal warmth. [iheart.com]

In her own words, after releasing the album she shared a message directly to fans:

“I put my ALL into this album… Thank you for your listening ears. Can you hear the call???? I did this for US.” [iheart.com]

A Star-Studded, Genre-Blending Experience

To Whom This May Concern features an impressive lineup of collaborators across R&B, hip‑hop, and soul, including:

Tierra Whack on “Norf Side”

Trombone Shorty on “Be Great”

Too $hort, JID, and Ab‑Soul across other major tracks

Production from heavyweights like DJ Premier, Adam Blackstone, Om’Mas Keith, Camper, and Andre Harris [iheart.com]

The track “Me 4,” for instance, flips Birdman and Clipse’s classic “What Happened To That Boy,” bringing nostalgic grit into Scott’s soulful world. [iheart.com]

Jill Scott on The Breakfast Club

Jill Scott Speaks On Her Creative Journey

Scott has been refreshingly transparent about the emotional and spiritual work behind this album. While speaking with fans and press, she reflected on why the break was necessary and how reconnecting with herself was essential to creating again.

One of her most revealing statements came during a conversation where she explained the importance of balancing the artist and the woman behind the art:

“Jill Scott doesn’t live in my house. Nobody calls me that in my house. There’s a separation so that I can fill her up. And that’s me. I have to fill me up so I can fill Jill Scott.” [yahoo.com]

That level of honesty shines through in every part of the project.

A Celebratory Return to the World Stage

Since announcing the album at the start of 2026, Scott has been promoting it globally—from the U.S. to the U.K.—and even sat down with The Breakfast Club to offer deeper insight into its creation. Fans can stream the full album now exclusively on iHeartRadio. [iheart.com]