The Three Degrees
American female vocal group
The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group, which were originally formed circa 1963. Although 15 women have been members over the years, the group has always been a trio. The current line-up consists of Valerie Holiday, Helen Scott and Freddie Pool. Holiday has been a member since she first joined in 1967, while Scott has been a permanent member since 1976, having been in the group from 1963 to 1966. The group were particularly successful in the UK, achieving 13 Top 50 hit singles between 1974 and 1985. The line-up from 1967 to 1976 was Fayette Pinkney, Valerie Holiday and Sheila Ferguson, who would go on to sing lead on most of the group's biggest hits.[1]
Notable Songs
| Year | Song | Peak Position[2] | Weeks on Chart[2] | Weeks at #1[2] | Appears on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | When Will I See You Again | 13 | 10 | - |  |
| 1979 | Woman in Love | 3 | 11 | - |  |
