The Natural Four was an American soul group from Oakland, California, active predominantly in the 1970s. Their musical style was characterized by rich harmonies and poignant lyrics, typical of the soul and R&B genres of that era. Their most significant contribution to music history is their 1974 hit "Can This Be Real," which reached number 10 on the Billboard R&B chart. The group's members included Ollan Christopher James, Darryl Cannady, Steve Striplin, and Delmos Whitley, with James being the primary songwriter and lead vocalist.