Mavis Staples is an American rhythm and blues and gospel singer, as well as a prominent civil rights activist. She first gained fame with her family’s group, The Staple Singers, known for classics like "I'll Take You There" and "Let's Do It Again." The last surviving member of the group, Staples launched a solo career in 1969 and has since released numerous acclaimed albums, including You Are Not Alone, which earned her a Grammy Award. She has collaborated with major artists such as Aretha Franklin, Prince, Bob Dylan, and Arcade Fire, and was featured on Hozier's single "Nina Cried Power." Staples has been honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Blues Hall of Fame, and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. She is also a Kennedy Center Honoree and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognized as one of the most influential voices in American music.