Faith Evans, a prominent figure in contemporary R&B, began her career as a background vocalist and songwriter before establishing herself as an artist in 1995. Her debut album, Faith, marked the start of a successful journey with the Bad Boy label, featuring hits like “One More Chance,” “You Used to Love Me,” and “Soon as I Get Home.” Collaborating with her husband, the Notorious B.I.G., she achieved chart-topping success with the Biggie tribute, “I’ll Be Missing You,” which won a Grammy. Evans continued to release gold-selling albums like The First Lady and explore rich, adult-oriented R&B with albums such as Something About Faith and The King & I.
Born in Lakeland, Florida, Faith Evans’ musical journey began at a young age as she started singing in church at just two years old. Moving to Newark, New Jersey, she excelled academically and musically, earning a scholarship to Fordham University. Transitioning from jazz and classical training to contemporary R&B, Evans worked with notable artists before joining Bad Boy and making her mark in the music industry. Throughout the years, she collaborated with a diverse range of musicians and contributed to soundtracks, solidifying her position as a versatile and influential artist.