The biography begins with D'Angelo's journey in his high school years developing his love for music before cutting quickly to signing his first deal for an album that he self produces, Brown Sugar. The film will detail the drama of his personal life and creative struggles culminating in the creation of his second album, Voodoo; before collapsing under the weight of his newfound fame. The film ends with his triumphant return to music on stage with his band The Vanguard.
