Legends honoring legends. Last night, Lauryn Hill delivered a powerful tribute to the late greats D’Angelo and Roberta Flack at the 2026 GRAMMYs. Through a moving medley of their iconic songs, Hill was joined by Leon Thomas, Lucky Daye, Chaka Khan, Raphael Saadiq, Lalah Hathaway, Wyclef Jean, and more. One of the night’s standout moments, the performance was a celebration of Black legacy, artistry, and lasting impact—a beautiful way to kick off a month dedicated to celebrating us. That’s how you

From the moment her debut solo album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill hit shelves in 1998, Lauryn Hill has been misunderstood. Prior to its release, Hill was the breakout star of the iconic hip-hop group Fugees, alongside Pras and Wyclef Jean. In 1997, she appeared on the Love Jones soundtrack with her single “The Sweetest Thing,” an emotional song that would become a precursor for things to come. #ESSENCE | Essence