Patrice Holloway was an American soul and pop singer, most active during the 1960s and 1970s. She is best recognized for her powerful and emotive vocal style, which contributed to the development of the Northern Soul genre. Holloway is noted for her work with Motown Records, where she collaborated with famed songwriters like Frank Wilson. Despite her relatively short discography, her single "Love and Desire" has remained influential, particularly in the UK's Northern Soul scene.