Phyllis Nelson was an American singer and songwriter, best known for her distinctive soul and R&B style. She gained significant recognition in the mid-1980s with her international hit single "Move Closer," which topped the UK Singles Chart in 1985. Nelson's soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics demonstrated her knack for creating emotive and relatable music. Despite her relatively short-lived fame, her contribution to the soul and R&B genres remains noteworthy.