The Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland, active in the 1970s. They were known for their smooth, harmonious style and are particularly notable for their collaborations with soul artist Curtis Mayfield. The group's most successful single, "I'll Erase Away Your Pain", reached number 14 on the US Billboard R&B chart, and their collaboration with Mayfield, "Girls", became a UK top three hit. Despite their relatively short career, The Whatnauts made a significant contribution to the soul and R&B genre.