❤️ I Love Your Smile ❤️ Shanice Cover Vocal And Guitar Performance by Jessica Sinclair

"I Love Your Smile" is the signature hit by American singer-songwriter Shanice, released in October 1991 as the lead single from her second studio album, Inner Child. Song Information Release Date: October 1991 (Single); November 19, 1991 (Album). Album: Inner Child. Chart Performance: The song was a global hit, peaking at No. 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Notable Features: Saxophone Solo: Performed by Branford Marsalis. Special Guests: The laughter heard near the end of the track belongs to Janet Jackson and René Elizondo Jr.. Grammy Recognition: Nominated for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1992. Credits (Songwriters and Producer) You can use these credits for your YouTube video description: Producer: Narada Michael Walden. Songwriters: Shanice Wilson (the singer herself) Narada Michael Walden Jarvis La Rue Baker Sylvester Jackson About the Singer: Shanice Early Career: Born Shanice Lorraine Wilson in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she began her career on TV at age nine, appearing in a Kentucky Fried Chicken commercial with Ella Fitzgerald. She was also a grand prize winner on Star Search at age 11. Vocal Talent: Known for her five-octave range, she is a coloratura soprano with the rare ability to sing in the whistle register. Other Hits: Beyond her signature song, she is known for "Saving Forever for You" (from Beverly Hills, 90210) and the 1999 hit "When I Close My Eyes". Acting: She made Broadway history in 1997 as the first Black performer to play Eponine in Les Misérables. Best experienced with headphones to fully feel the soulful vocal nuances and lyrical guitar storytelling. If you love smooth jazz, soulful female vocals, and heartfelt guitar melodies, hit like, comment your favorite moment, and subscribe for more originals. From the tropical shores of Hainan Island 🌴🎸, Jessica Sinclair stands out as a dynamic vocalist 🎤 and multi-instrumentalist who is transforming modern jazz-funk and smooth jazz. Combining the soaring, crystal-clear precision reminiscent of Whitney Houston with the gritty, rhythmic intensity of Chaka Khan, she doesn’t merely perform the song—she constructs it. As a singer-songwriter, composer, guitarist, and bassist, Jessica creates deep-pocket grooves and Ab-major soul that feel both personal and explosive. Whether she’s delivering a funky bassline or shredding on a hollowbody archtop, the outcome is a masterclass in 'Island Soul'—fluid rhythms perfect for the velvet of the night. With her soulful vocals and expertise on piano, guitar, and bass, she produces music that resonates with deep emotion and storytelling. By merging rich melodies with sincere lyrics, Jessica’s artistry connects diverse cultural and musical realms, enchanting audiences wherever her sound reaches. Band Members: Vocal, Lead Guitar, and Bass: Jessica Sinclair Bass: Melissa Marotta Rhythm Guitar: Andrew Cunningham Keyboard: Kenneth Cunningham Drum: Peter McMahon Due to the nature of my government role and strict organizational security policies, I am not permitted to maintain a social media presence. My current operational assignment involves strict security protocols that preclude the use of personal social media accounts to ensure mission integrity and personnel safety. 🎸 Gear Breakdown Guitar: Model: Ibanez GB40th Anniversary (George Benson Signature) Body: Solid Spruce top, Flamed Maple back/sides Pickups: GB Special Floating Humbuckers Strings: Thomastik-Infeld George Benson Signature Flatwounds (.012 - .053) Amplification: Amp: Vintage Polytone Mini Brute IV Speaker: 15” Eminence/Polytone Custom Design Settings: Volume at 4, Treble rolled back, "Dark" switch engaged Vocal & Audio Capture: Vocal Mic: Shure SM7B (Dynamic) Signal Chain: Cloudlifter CL-1 → Universal Audio Interface Performance Technique: Pick angle George B...