Brighter Side of Darkness was a short-lived American R&B and soul group from Chicago, best known for their 1972 hit single, "Love Jones." The group was distinctive for featuring a then-13-year-old Darryl Lamont as the lead singer, whose mature voice belied his age. Their musical style blended smooth, soulful melodies with spoken-word narratives, a combination that was influential in the soul genre of the early 1970s. Despite their brief tenure, Brighter Side of Darkness left a lasting imprint on the development of R&B and soul music.