Judith Hill

Judith Hill is an American singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocals and work across pop, soul, R&amp;B, and funk genres. She gained global attention after performing as a backing vocalist for artists like Michael Jackson and Prince, and notably for singing &quot;Heal the World&quot; at Jackson&#39;s memorial service. Her story was also featured in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet from Stardom, which earned her a Grammy for Best Music Film.
Career Highlights
Backup singer: Hill has provided vocals for a wide range of artists, including Michael Jackson, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Josh Groban, and Elton John.
20 Feet from Stardom: Her journey as a backup singer is a central part of this documentary, which earned her a Grammy for Best Music Film.
Michael Jackson: She was chosen to be Jackson&#39;s duet partner for his &quot;This Is It&quot; tour and became a global figure after performing &quot;Heal the World&quot; at his memorial service.
The Voice: She was a contestant on the fourth season of the show.
Solo career: After her breakthrough, Hill has released several solo albums, including Back in Time, which was co-produced by Prince, and Golden Child.
Early life and Influences
Musical family: Born in Los Angeles in 1984, Hill was raised in a musical family; her mother is a pianist and her father was a bass player who played in Billy Preston&#39;s band.
Musical training: She grew up in a religious household and went on to study classical music and earn a degree in Music Composition from Biola University.
International experience: After college, she travelled to France and performed with French singer Michel Polnareff before returning to the United States to begin her own music career.

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