Sherrick Smith

Sherrick Smith was an American R&B and soul singer who rose to prominence during the 1980s, a pivotal era for soul and funk music in the United States. He is best remembered for his 1987 hit single 'Just Call,' which showcased his smooth, soulful vocal delivery and became a staple of contemporary R&B radio. Beyond his recording career, Sherrick gained additional recognition through his appearances on the television series 'Fame,' where he demonstrated his versatility as both a vocalist and performer. His musical style blended elements of soul, funk, and contemporary R&B, positioning him within a generation of artists who pushed the genre forward during the decade. Though his commercial peak was relatively brief, Sherrick's contributions to 1980s R&B music and his influence on emerging soul artists of that era remain notable. He represented the diversity of American soul music during a transformative period in the genre's history, when production techniques and synthesizers began reshaping traditional soul sounds.