Jose James' journey in music began with a powerful memory of discovering Billie Holiday's record cover at four years old, sparking his fascination with jazz. Influenced by his saxophonist father and his mother's exposure to various genres from soul to R&B and classical music, James initially aspired to be a rapper. However, after rediscovering jazz icons like John Coltrane and attending performances like Roy Hargrove's, he found his true passion in jazz singing, leading him to eventually pay tribute to Holiday in his own work.
James felt an instant connection to music when he discovered Billie Holiday at four, signifying the beginning of his lifelong passion for jazz.
His journey into music was deeply influenced by both his parents, with soulful inspirations from R&B and classical music forming his foundation.
Initially aspiring to be a rapper, James found his true calling in jazz after being inspired by legends like John Coltrane and Roy Hargrove.
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