Russell Thompkins Jr. is an American singer and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the popular soul music group, The Stylistics. Born on March 21, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he gained fame in the 1970s with his distinctive falsetto voice, contributing to the group's success with hits like "You Are Everything" and "Betcha by Golly, Wow." After leaving The Stylistics in the mid-1980s, Thompkins pursued a solo career and collaborated with various artists. He has continued to perform and tour, celebrating the legacy of soul music and influencing new generations of singers with his unique vocal style.