Bettye LaVette is an American soul singer-songwriter whose career spans over five decades in the music industry. Known for her powerful, raspy voice and emotive delivery, LaVette has a distinct style that blends soul, blues, rock, and country. She gained recognition in the 2000s, with albums such as "I've Got My Own Hell to Raise" (2005) and "The Scene of the Crime" (2007), despite having started her career in the 1960s. In her long career, LaVette's raw energy and interpretative skills have made significant contributions to the soul and R&B genres.