Paul Humphrey & His Cool Aid Chemists was an influential funk and soul band active in the late 1960s and early 1970s, led by the esteemed drummer Paul Humphrey. With a distinctive sound characterized by Humphrey's rhythmic drumming and the band's tight, funk-infused arrangements, they left a significant mark on the funk music scene. The band is best remembered for its instrumental single, "Cool Aid", which charted on Billboard's R&B list in 1971. Their fusion of soul, jazz, and funk elements has influenced numerous artists in the succeeding generations.