Why does Gregory Porter wear that hat?

Gregory Porter does not always wear a hat. Gregory Porter is a Grammy Award-winning jazz singer and songwriter who is known for his rich baritone voice and for singing in styles such as blues, jazz, and folk. He is known for his love of hats, with his trademark hat being a Kangol beret, which he dons as a nod to his upbringing in Bakersfield, California, and his jazz influences.