James Victor Scott, known professionally as Little Jimmy Scott, was an American jazz vocalist born on July 17, 1925, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was renowned for his high natural contralto voice and emotional delivery of ballads and love songs. Scott's unique voice was a result of Kallmann syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affected his growth and vocal development.

Scott began his musical career in the 1940s, gaining fame as the lead singer with Lionel Hampton's band. His recording of "Everybody's Somebody's Fool" with Hampton became a top-10 R&B hit in 1950. Despite his early success, Scott faced challenges in receiving credit for his work, as seen with his uncredited vocal on "Embraceable You" with Charlie Parker.

In the 1960s, Scott's career waned due to contractual disputes, notably with Herman Lubinsky, which led to the withdrawal and lack of promotion for his albums. By the late 1960s, he had left the music industry and worked various jobs in Cleveland.

Scott experienced a resurgence in his career in the 1990s, returning to the music scene with renewed recognition for his contributions to jazz. He passed away on June 12, 2014, in Las Vegas, Nevada, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved and influential jazz vocalist.