The S.O.S. Band

80s R&B and Funk Hitmakers

The S.O.S. Band, an abbreviation for Sounds of Success, is an American R&B and electro-funk group that gained fame in the late 1970s and 1980s. They are best known for their hit singles "Take Your Time (Do It Right)" from their debut album in 1980 and "Just Be Good to Me," which are staples of the era's R&B sound. The band originally formed in Atlanta, Georgia, and signed with Tabu Records, where they worked with notable producers like Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Their collaboration with Jam and Lewis was particularly fruitful, leading to a string of hits that defined their sound—a mix of soulful vocals with funk rhythms and synthesizer-driven melodies. The S.O.S. Band's influence extended beyond their peak years as they continued to perform and their music remained a reference point for artists interested in the classic R&B and funk sounds.