Pebbles, born Perri Arlette Reid, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and music producer. She gained prominence in the late 1980s with her distinct blend of pop and R&B, producing hits like "Girlfriend" and "Mercedes Boy." Beyond her singing career, Pebbles is perhaps best known for founding the girl group TLC, one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1990s. Her contributions as a producer and mentor have had a significant impact on the development of the R&B genre.