The Fairfield Four is a renowned American gospel group originating from Nashville, Tennessee, with a history spanning over a century. Formed in 1921 at the Fairfield Baptist Church, the group began as a trio under the direction of the church's assistant pastor, J. R. Carrethers, and included his sons Rufus and Harold, along with their neighbor John Battle. By 1925, the group expanded to a quartet with the addition of Lattimer Green.

Throughout the 1930s and 1940s, the Fairfield Four underwent several lineup changes, including the addition of notable members like William Malone and Samuel McCrary. Despite these changes, they maintained the Fairfield Four name and gained significant recognition following their initial radio broadcast on WSIX. Their success continued when they won a contest in 1942, leading to performances on the powerful WLAC radio station, which connected them to the CBS network. This exposure helped cement their status as celebrities in the gospel music scene.

The Fairfield Four's influence and contributions to gospel music were recognized in 1989 when they were designated as National Heritage Fellows by the National Endowment for the Arts, the highest honor in the U.S. for folk and traditional arts. In 1998, they won a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Soul Gospel Album. The group also appeared as a quintet in the 2000 film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?".

Today, the Fairfield Four continues to perform, with current members including Levert Allison, Larrice Byrd, Sr., Joseph Thompson, and Bobbye Sherrell. Their enduring legacy is a testament to their significant impact on gospel music.