Ohio Players may have filled the ‘70s with greasy funk and mellow soul, but their influence spans multiple decades and genres. Prince mines OP's sassy attitude and dedication to bass, while Pharrell Williams and Janelle Monae layer their finger-snapping soul over driving hip-hop beats. And Cali rockers Red Hot Chili Peppers ride a familiar roller-coaster powered by triumphant horns and playful vocals.