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The Commodores are an American funk soul band that originated in the 1970s and 1980s. Formed in 1968 by freshmen at Tuskegee University in Alabama, they signed to a record label in 1972 and began their recording career in 1969, which lasted until the early 1990s. The band has sold over 75 million records in total, with their peak commercial years occurring in the late 1970s. They are known for their ballads like "Easy," "Still," and "Three Times a Lady," which also defined the style of Lionel Richie's solo career. Additionally, they are recognized for dance funk numbers such as "Machine Gun," "Brick House," "The Bump," "Fancy Dancer," and "Too Hot Ta Trot." Their best work was produced by their permanent producer. In 1978, they made a brief appearance in the disco movie "Thank God It's Friday." When Lionel Richie left for a solo career, he was replaced by another member. The band won their first Grammy Award in 1985 for their tribute "Nightshift." In 1982, another member left the band and was replaced. In 1983, a different member was replaced for their world tour. At the end of 2024, another member retired, leading to a new lineup consisting of Cody Orange, Colin Orange, and others.

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