Vesta Williams, known simply as Vesta, was an American R&B singer popular during the 1980s and early 1990s. Known for her powerful four-octave vocal range and emotive delivery, Vesta had several hits such as "Congratulations", "Sweet, Sweet Love", and "Special". Throughout her career, she was noted for her distinctive contribution to the R&B genre, her soulful voice often imbued with a gospel influence. Though she passed away in 2011, Vesta's influence on the R&B scene and her distinctive sound continue to resonate in contemporary music.