The Emotions

Grammy-Winning R&B Vocal Group

The Emotions are an American all-female soul and R&B group hailing from Chicago, Illinois. The group was originally formed in 1962 as a gospel outfit by sisters Wanda, Sheila, and Jeanette Hutchinson. They transitioned to secular music and achieved significant success during the 1970s. Their most notable period came when they collaborated with Earth, Wind & Fire's Maurice White, who helped them produce their critically acclaimed album "Rejoice" in 1977. This album featured their biggest hit, "Best of My Love," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. The Emotions continued to release albums and singles throughout the late '70s and early '80s, including "New Affair" and the popular single "Don't Ask My Neighbors." Their distinctive harmonies and dynamic stage presence have cemented their legacy as one of the prominent female groups in the soul genre.