Sugar Pie Desanto is a versatile artist known for her contributions to rhythm and blues, soul, and funk music. Born Umpeylia Marsema Balinton in 1935, she began her career in the 1950s and became renowned for her powerful, energetic performances. Desanto, who often combined elements of comedy and dance into her shows, is perhaps best known for her hit singles "I Want to Know" and "Soulful Dress." Her significant influence on the music industry was recognized in 2008 when she was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.