The Honey Cone was an American R&B and soul girl group, active from 1969 to 1972. The band consisted of notable members Edna Wright, Carolyn Willis, and Shellie Clark, known for their powerful harmonies punctuated by Wright's lead vocals. Their music was a key part of the "bubblegum soul" genre, characterized by catchy hooks and upbeat, pop-influenced arrangements. Their most influential work, the chart-topping hit "Want Ads", played a significant role in defining the sound of early 1970s R&B.