Phyllis’s humanitarianism should always be revered. Giving back and helping others was very important to her. She had a big heart. This is her 1977 Live performance of “Was Yesterday Such A Long Time Ago” on the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon. Video credit: ShoutFactoryVEVO/YouTube | Phyllis Hyman

In this 1991 Radioscope interview, Phyllis spoke about the song Prime Of My Life and how it inspired her to make positive changes in her life. | Phyllis Hyman

The 1987 "Nightlife" interview with comedian David Brenner (RIP). Phyllis was a great interview. She was so quick-witted and engaging. 🎥cr: Rmasai, YouTube | Phyllis Hyman

Sinbad's Phyllis story. Phyllis was crazy, but Sinbad was even crazier😂 Video cr: The World According To Sinbad | Jul 1, 2020 | YouTube | Phyllis Hyman

Phyllis, on a swing, having a carefree yet honest moment about not having a husband. There has been some debate about whether she says "women in control" or "living in control." It doesn't matter really. Points were made. 1st video credit: Lee Epps, Phyllis's cousin. | Phyllis Hyman

This interview aired on Dec 30, 1986. It was the Living All Alone era, and a new beginning for Phyllis. Although she had been dealt some career blows, she pressed forward and found a way to make a living. If only that one-woman show had come to fruition. Video credit: K. Ford | Phyllis Hyman

A master at her craft. Pure brilliance! 🎥Phyllis Hyman | Take The A Train | Live 1980 | Black Music Archive LIVE! | Youtube | Phyllis Hyman