In the 1970s and 1980s, High Inergy was one of Motown's prominent female vocal groups, known for their blend of smooth soul vocals and dynamic funk and disco rhythms. The song "He's a Pretender" is a perfect example of their musical style in the 80s, a cautionary tale delivered with an incredibly catchy groove. The song was written by the renowned songwriters Gerry Goffin and Michael Masser. "He's a Pretender" was released in 1983 and was a featured track on High Inergy's album ** Groove Patrol*