06/19/2025
Brother Jill 👑
Founder • Speaker • Cultural Strategist •
Brother Jill, formerly known as Ric Jilla, is a cultural thought leader, speaker, and creative strategist whose personal journey bridges the gap between street influence and self-mastery.
With roots in the Midwest hip-hop scene, Ric Jilla rose through the independent music industry, earning recognition on platforms like BET and collaborating with Grammy-winning producers such as No I.D.
After navigating a career shaped by early exposure to street life, record deals, and the weight of personal tragedy—including the loss of his mother, a near-fatal overdose, and his younger brother’s incarceration—he experienced a transformative awakening.
Recognizing his role in perpetuating harmful narratives through music, Ric evolved into Brother Jill, a voice for healing, accountability, and purpose.
Brother Jill now leads a mission-driven brand focused on emotional intelligence, cultural healing, and self-awareness.
Through storytelling, workshops, and multimedia content, he empowers individuals—especially those from underserved communities—to break cycles, reclaim identity, and walk the path of self-discovery and leadership.
His message is clear :
Save Your Self, Nobody’s Coming to Save You 💯
Self-awareness is the revolution. Self-mastery is the mission. SELFMADE is the MOVEMENT ⚔️👑
