Patti Drew (December 29, 1944 – June 16, 2025) was an American soul and pop singer renowned for her emotive vocals and timeless recordings. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, and Evanston, Illinois, she began her musical journey singing in church alongside her sisters, Lorraine and Erma. The trio formed The Drew-Vels, achieving regional success in 1964 with "Tell Him," a track penned by Carlton Black. After the group's dissolution in 1965, Drew embarked on a solo career, re-recording "Tell Him" and releasing four albums under Capitol Records. Her rendition of "Workin' on a Groovy Thing" further solidified her place in the soul music scene. Drew's contributions continue to inspire generations of artists and listeners alike. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patti_Drew?utm_source=openai))