The Evolution of The SOS Band

Follow the legendary group on their journey to the top.

The Evolution of the S.O.S. Band - The S.O.S. Band is best known for the 1980 dance classic "Take the Time (Do It Right)." It's not only their biggest hit, it's also the perfect mantra for the legendary group: They definitely took their time — with their continued touring, their career spans four decades now. And they no doubt did it right, dropping a series of hit singles throughout the 1980s and taking their legendary live show around the globe. For these reasons and more, we're paying tribute to the S.O.S. Band at the BET Honors '13. But first, read on to get to know the band and follow their journey to the top.  (Photo: HRC/WENN.com)
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72898571AB057_jamesS.O.S. - With "Take Your Time (Do It Right)" leading the way, the group’s superb 1980 debut, S.O.S., sold 800,000 copies and established them as a force in the R&B world and beyond. Meanwhile, the band picked up a new member, trumpeter, vocalist and percussionist Abdul Ra'oof, who joined them on their first world tour.(Photo: Tabu Records)

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The Evolution of the S.O.S. Band - The S.O.S. Band is best known for the 1980 dance classic "Take the Time (Do It Right)." It's not only their biggest hit, it's also the perfect mantra for the legendary group: They definitely took their time — with their continued touring, their career spans four decades now. And they no doubt did it right, dropping a series of hit singles throughout the 1980s and taking their legendary live show around the globe. For these reasons and more, we're paying tribute to the S.O.S. Band at the BET Honors '13. But first, read on to get to know the band and follow their journey to the top. (Photo: HRC/WENN.com)

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