Which girl group did Beyoncé co-found and lead before her solo career?

Beyoncé co-founded and led Destiny’s Child before launching her solo career.

The group formed in Houston in 1990 under an earlier name, Girl’s Tyme. Its members changed over time, but the best-known final lineup consisted of Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams.

Destiny’s Child became one of the best-selling female groups in music history. Their major hits included “Say My Name,” “Survivor,” “Bootylicious,” and “Independent Women Part I.” Their sound combined contemporary R&B, pop, and strong themes of independence and self-confidence.

The group’s third album, Survivor, was released in 2001 and became a major international success. Destiny’s Child entered an extended hiatus after the release of their 2004 album Destiny Fulfilled and later performed together occasionally. Beyoncé’s solo debut followed in 2003, but the group’s experience provided the foundation for her later work as a vocalist, performer, and creative leader.