Joseph Williams first joined the band Toto in 1986, replacing the band's previous lead singer, Fergie Frederiksen. His vocal prowess quickly became a signature element of Toto's sound during his initial tenure. Joseph's first album with Toto was Fahrenheit (1986). After a hiatus, Williams rejoined Toto in 2010 and has been a consistent member since then, contributing to their albums and live performances.