‘A Long Walk’ Jill Scott (2000) “A Long Walk” is the second single from Jill Scott’s debut studio album, Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol. 1, released on January 16, 2001. While the album had arrived earlier on July 18, 2000, this single became the definitive record of Scott’s early career, released through Hidden Beach Recordings during the rise of the neo-soul movement. The song was written by Jill Scott and Andre Harris, with production handled by Harris and Vidal Davis, who were members of the A Touch of Jazz production team. Musically, it is built on a jazzy, mid‑tempo groove that blends hip‑hop sensibilities with live instrumentation, designed to highlight Scott’s signature mix of spoken word and melodic delivery. The lyrics describe a simple, respectful date focused on conversation and mental connection, which stood in contrast to the more explicit themes of mainstream R&B at the time. … #jillscott #2000srnb #2000snostalgia #2000smusic #explorepage #rnb