Ritchie Adams was an American singer and songwriter known for his contributions to pop and R&B music. Born Richard Adam Ziegler, he was a member of the popular doo-wop group The Fireflies in the late 1950s before embarking on a solo career. Adams was notable for his falsetto vocal style and his skill as a songwriter, co-writing hits such as "Tossing and Turning" and "After the Lovin'." His work, particularly with The Fireflies, contributed to the evolution of pop music, and his songwriting has influenced a range of artists in the pop and R&B genres.