The Stylistics

The Stylistics are an American soul vocal group formed in 1968, known for smooth, romantic ballads and lush orchestral arrangements associated with Philadelphia soul. Their sound is characterized by a high tenor and falsetto lead, close harmony vocals, and polished, mellow production that emphasizes strings and warm rhythms. They were a prominent presence in 1970s soul and R&B and are often mentioned for their influence on later vocal groups.