Hairstyle File: Esperanza Spalding

It’s no secret that Esperanza Spalding is one of the most exciting talents to hit the music scene in years. With the release of her new album, Radio Music Society, Spalding has proved once again why she’s quickly become one of our favorite artists.

In addition to being a Grammy-winning musician, the singer/songwriter/jazz bassist also happens to be a naturalista icon. She always manages to rock her impossibly lush, supersized ‘fro, in the most unique styles — and every natural woman we know is taking notes!

Here, we take a look at Spalding’s chicest styles over the years.