Soul singer Adams

Answer:

OLETA

Hint:

This Grammy-winning artist is best known for her 1990 hit "Get Here," which became an anthem during the Gulf War. Her first name means "little wealthy one" in Hawaiian.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Oleta Adams, a well-known American soul and gospel singer who rose to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s. Her powerful voice and hits like "Get Here" made her a standout in the genre, so the clue simply uses her last name as the answer. The straightforward wording hints at her identity without any wordplay—just a direct reference to her as a soul singer. If you know her music, "Adams" immediately points to Oleta.

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