Editing Jazmine Sullivan (section)

== Legacy ==

Jazmine Sullivan's legacy continues developing as her career progresses, her recent success suggesting that her finest work may still lie ahead. Her Philadelphia origins connect her to the city's soul tradition while her contemporary approach demonstrates that tradition's continued evolution. The Grammy recognition, critical acclaim, and audience connection she has achieved confirm that talent combined with authenticity can succeed even in an industry that often rewards neither. Sullivan represents what Philadelphia continues contributing to American music, her voice carrying forward traditions that previous generations established.<ref name="henderson"/>