Main Ingredient

Top songs

Everybody Plays the Fool
Just Don't Want To Be Lonely

About Main Ingredient

Main Ingredient is an American soul and R&B group that gained prominence in the 1970s. Formed in Harlem, New York, the group originally consisted of Donald McPherson, Luther Simmons Jr., and Tony Silvester. They are best known for their hit single 'Everybody Plays the Fool,' which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1972.

The lyrical themes of Main Ingredient's songs often revolve around emotional and relational experiences. They explore the fear of loneliness, the desire for love, and the complexities of emotional dependency on a partner. Their music frequently delves into the universal heartbreak experience and the pain of unrequited or unappreciated love.