Real Name: Lionel Richie, Thomas McClary, William King, Ronald LaPread, Walter Orange, Milan Williams
Date of Birth / Formation: 1968
Age / Status: Active 1968ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂpresent
The Commodores are an American funk and soul band that rose to prominence in the 1970s and 80s. Formed while the members were students at Tuskegee Institute, they became one of Motown's most successful acts. The band is well-known for their smooth ballads, many of which were written and sung by Lionel Richie, as well as their high-energy funk tracks. In the 1980s, they continued to achieve success even after Richie's departure, notably with the hit 'Nightshift'. With their soulful harmonies and technical proficiency, the Commodores have left a lasting legacy in R&B and pop music.