Jewel Lynn Caples, born on June 12, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois, was an American soul and R&B singer whose career spanned more than two decades. She first emerged on the music scene in the early 1990s, releasing the single "Woman to Woman" in 1994, which introduced her smooth vocal style to a growing audience. After a period of relative quiet, Jewell returned to the studio in 2011, simultaneously issuing two projects, the self‑titled Jewell on November 22 and My Blood, My Sweat and My Tears on October 25, each showcasing her resilience and lyrical depth. In October 2021 she released Love+Pain=Muzik, a mature work that reflected on personal trials and triumphs. Jewell' recordings earned respect within R&B circles and were noted for their authentic storytelling and polished production. She toured extensively in the United States, sharing stages with contemporaries in the R&B genre, and signed with several independent labels that supported her artistic vision. Jewel Lynn Caples passed away on May 6, 2022, in New Rochelle, New York, leaving behind a legacy of heartfelt music that continues to resonate with fans of soulful R&B.
