Tyrese with Trey Songz, El DeBarge, and more

Tyrese, born in Watts, Los Angeles, is renowned for his soulful R&B style and gutsy vocals. He debuted in 1998 with hits like "Sweet Lady" and earned Grammy nods. His album Black Rose topped Billboard 200, and he collaborated with Tank and Ginuwine as TGT. Also an accomplished actor, he was in Fast & Furious and Transformers franchises.

Contemporary R&B artist Trey Songz, hailing from Petersburg, Virginia, is known for hits like "I Gotta Make It" and "Can't Help But Wait." With seven Top 20 Billboard 200 albums, including "Chapter V" and "Trigga," Trey has received multiple Grammy nominations. Collaborating with icons like Scarface, Mary J. Blige, and Nicki Minaj, he has maintained mainstream success. His partnerships with producers Troy Taylor and collaborations with inspirations like R. Kelly have defined his style. His eighth album, "Back Home," features the track "2020 Riots: How Many Times."

El DeBarge, lead singer of '80s R&B group DeBarge, is known for hits like "Rhythm of the Night" and solo hit "Who's Johnny?" His falsetto defined his style.

Atlanta-based R&B group 112, founded by Michael Keith and mentored by Sean “Puffy” Combs, rose to fame with double Platinum albums "112" and "Room 112." Known for hits like “Cupid” and “Only You” featuring Notorious B.I.G. and Mase, they thrived during a VERZUZ battle against Jagged Edge. With Grammy accolades and a lasting legacy, 112 remains a celebrated name in R&B.

Next, hailing from Minneapolis, became late-'90s R&B icons with hits like "Too Close" and "Wifey." Known for suggestive lyrics and gospel-influenced harmonies, they achieved multi-platinum success with "Rated Next" under Arista. The group, mentored by Reverand James Grear, and Sounds of Blackness' Ann Nesby, worked with producers like KayGee and Darren Lighty. They released three albums before splitting in 2003. They reunited in 2018 with original members RL, T-Low, and Tweet.

American R&B quartet Xscape, formed by sisters LaTocha and Tamika Scott with Kandi Burruss and Tameka "Tiny" Cottle, debuted at Jermaine Dupri's 1991 party. Known for platinum albums like "Hummin' Comin' at 'Cha" and hits like "Just Kickin' It," they collaborated with top artists. Burruss wrote hits for artists like Destiny's Child, while Tiny appeared in reality TV.