The Ikettes were a prominent American girl group that served as backing vocalists for Ike & Tina Turner in the 1960s and 1970s. They are recognized for their energetic performances and distinctive R&B sound, which played a significant role in shaping the soul and funk genres. Notable members include Robbie Montgomery, Venetta Fields, and Claudia Lennear, each of whom went on to have successful solo careers. Their most influential work is arguably "I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song)", which reached the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.