Charlie Wilson with Jeffrey Osborne, Freddie Jackson, and more

Born in Providence, RI, Jeffrey Osborne rose to fame as L.T.D.'s lead singer with hits like "Love Ballad." His solo R&B success includes "On the Wings of Love." He’s earned three gold albums and Grammy nominations. Influenced by a musical family, Osborne also collaborated with his son and was inspired by George Duke.

Freddie Jackson, born in Harlem, dominated '80s R&B with romantic soul ballads like "Rock Me Tonight" and "You Are My Lady." He topped R&B charts but never crossed to pop top 10. Collaborated with Paul Laurence and Melba Moore, earning multiple platinum albums. Despite fading in the '90s, his legacy in urban contemporary music remains.

Charlie Wilson, an R&B icon from Oklahoma, rose to fame as The Gap Band's lead singer. Known for hits like "Outstanding," Wilson boasts 11 #1 singles, 13 Grammy nods, and a BET Lifetime Achievement Award. His solo work includes chart-toppers like "Forever Valentine" with Bruno Mars and "I'm Blessed" featuring T.I. Dubbed "Uncle Charlie" by Snoop Dogg, he's collaborated with stars like Pharrell, Kanye West, and Chance the Rapper. His memoir, "I Am Charlie Wilson," is a best-seller.

Los Angeles-born R&B singer Karyn White, known for chart-topping hits like "Superwoman," collaborated with L.A. Reid, Babyface, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Her debut album went double platinum.