269. Boyz II Men

In terms of commercial success, Boyz II Men are the most successful R&B group of all-time, and based on what they drew from, it was easy to see why. Coming from Philadelphia, the quartet took that soul sound, infused a bit of Detroit, but more importantly built on the New Jack Swing movement that was already popular. The group used every portion of their vocal range (which was a lot) and they owned the 1990’s.

The question here is were they edgy enough to really make a dent to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame decision makers? While they may have been the most successful of their genre and respective time frame, this is a group that feels like they have a lot of R&B acts well ahead of them for serious Hall consideration.

Should Boyz II Men be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 78.7%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 4%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 12%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 2017
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
Why they will get in: In terms of sales, they have few peers.
Why they won't get in: Is this a group that anybody talks about for the Hall?
Essential Albums: Cooleyhighharmony (1991)
II (1994)
Evolution (1997)
Nathan Michael Shawn Wayna (1999)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Motownphilly (From Cooleyhighharmony, 1991)
End Of The Road (From Cooleyhighharmony, 1991)
Vibin’ (From II, 1994)
I’ll Make Love to You (From II, 1994)
On Bended Knee (From II, 1994)