Klymaxx is an American all-female R&B and pop band, famously known for their distinctive blend of funk and soul music in the 1980s. Formed in Los Angeles, California, the original lineup included drummer and vocalist Bernadette Cooper, guitarist Cheryl Cooley, keyboardists Lynn Malsby and Robbin Grider, bassist Joyce Irby, and guitarist Lorena Porter Shelby. Achieving notable success with hits like "Meeting in the Ladies Room," "I Miss You," and "The Men All Pause," Klymaxx became pioneers for women in the male-dominated music industry, celebrated for their energetic style and empowering themes. The band's influence has endured over the decades, with members continuing to perform and record music, appealing to fans old and new.