John Boutté (born November 3, 1958)[1] is an American jazz singer based in New Orleans, Louisiana, who has been active since the mid-1990s.

He is the younger brother of the jazz and gospel singer Lillian Boutté, and a relative of legendary cartoonist George Herriman.

Exposed to the local culture such as Mardi Gras parades and jazz funerals since childhood, Boutté also grew up listening to R&B music of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and the like.

[1][4] In the recent years, Boutté has been working with ex-Cowboy Mouth guitarist and singer, Paul Sanchez which led to a collaborated effort Stew Called New Orleans released in 2009.

Boutté was also featured on John Scofield's 2009 album, Piety Street, singing the lead on three tracks.