Singer Ann Nesby discusses the TRUTH on why she left SOUNDS of BLACKNESS

Ann Nesby (born Lula Ann Bennett; July 24, 1955) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and producer known for her work in R&B, gospel, and dance music. She rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the Grammy Award-winning group Sounds of Blackness before launching a solo career that has earned her multiple Grammy nominations and critical acclaim.

Nesby has released eight solo studio albums, including her 2025 return project, ANNiversary, a collection of original R&B music centered on themes of love, emotional maturity, and empowerment. [1]

Beyond music, Nesby is also known for her acting work in film and television, including appearances in Queen Sugar, Atlanta, The Ms. Pat Show, and the national tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. In 2025, she executive produced and narrated the Oscar-qualifying documentary short CIRILO, A Legacy Untold, which explores the life of civil rights figure Cirilo McSween.

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