Terry Callier (1945–2012) was a Chicago-born singer-songwriter whose music gracefully bridged soul, folk, jazz, and gospel. Emerging from the city’s vibrant folk scene in the 1960s, he developed a warm, introspective style that earned critical acclaim but long eluded mainstream fame. His albums *Occasional Rain* and *What Color Is Love* became cult classics, celebrated for their emotional depth and sophistication. After a 1990s rediscovery, Callier enjoyed renewed success in the UK and beyond, affirming his legacy as a timeless and profoundly human voice in modern music.