Keith Sweat with SWV, Deniece Williams, and more

Keith Sweat, born in Harlem, is a legendary R&B singer known as a pioneer of new jack swing. His debut album "Make It Last Forever" went triple platinum, featuring the hit "I Want Her." He's famous for songs like "Twisted" and "Nobody." Sweat also shaped Silk and Kut Klose's careers and was part of LSG. With numerous albums and accolades, his impact on R&B is iconic.

SWV, short for Sisters with Voices, is a popular '90s R&B trio known for hits like "Weak," "Right Here/Human Nature," and "I'm So Into You." With members Coko, Taj, and Lelee, they debuted in 1992 with It's About Time, which went double platinum. They collaborated with producer Teddy Riley and contributed to Blackstreet's hit "Tonight's the Night." The group reunited in 2005 and released I Missed Us in 2012, leading to the reality series SWV Reunited.

Deniece Williams, from Gary, Indiana, is a soul and gospel singer with a soaring four-octave soprano. Known for hits like "Free," "Let's Hear It for the Boy," and duets with Johnny Mathis, she’s won multiple Grammys and worked with Stevie Wonder, Maurice White, Thom Bell, and George Duke.

Cameo, formed by Larry Blackmon in NYC, is known for their funky R&B hits and bold style. Notable songs include "Word Up," "Candy," and "She's Strange." They evolved from a Parliament/Funkadelic comparison to trailblazers themselves, influencing younger R&B and hip-hop artists. Hits like "Rigor Mortis" and "I Just Want to Be" topped the R&B charts. Blackmon's codpiece-wearing stage persona became iconic. They thrived in the '80s with albums like *Word Up!* and *Single Life*. Their music endures through compilations and samples in modern tracks.