People (Soul II Soul song)

"People" is a song performed by British musical collective Soul II Soul. It was released in 1990 as the second single from their second album, Vol. II 1990 - A New Decade. The song features vocals by Marcia Lewis.

"People" continued Soul II Soul's trend of smooth, danceable R&B fused with reggae and funk influences. Its lyrics focus on themes of unity, understanding, and social harmony, urging listeners to look beyond superficial differences and appreciate the shared humanity among all individuals. The song encourages empathy and connection as a means to overcome societal divides.

While not as commercially successful as their earlier hit "Back to Life (However Do You Want Me)," "People" still achieved significant chart success, reaching the top 20 in several countries. It became a popular track on urban contemporary radio and further solidified Soul II Soul's reputation for creating thoughtful and danceable music with a positive message. The song remains a notable entry in their discography and is often included in compilations of 1990s R&B and dance music.