American R&B vocal group formed in Philadelphia in 1985. Classic lineup: Nathan Morris, Wanyá Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Michael McCary (1985-2003). One of the best-selling R&B groups in history, with an estimated 60 million-plus units sold worldwide.
Released ten studio albums starting with Cooleyhighharmony (1991). Commercial peak: II (1994, featuring "I'll Make Love to You" and "On Bended Knee"), Evolution (1997), and Nathan Michael Shawn Wanya (2000). The 1992 single "End of the Road" held the Billboard #1 spot for 13 weeks, breaking Elvis Presley's previous record. Michael McCary departed in 2003 due to scoliosis; the trio has continued.