Which group did Beyoncé join as a member before becoming a solo recording artist?

Before becoming a solo recording artist, Beyoncé was a member of Destiny’s Child.

The group formed in Houston, Texas, in the 1990s and became one of the best-selling female groups in popular music. Beyoncé was the group’s central vocalist, and the lineup changed several times before settling into the trio of Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams.

Destiny’s Child achieved major success with songs including “No, No, No,” “Say My Name,” “Survivor,” “Bootylicious,” and “Independent Women Part I.” Their music often combined contemporary R&B vocals with themes of confidence and independence.

The group went on hiatus in the early 2000s, allowing its members to pursue individual projects. Beyoncé’s first solo album, Dangerously in Love, was released in 2003. Destiny’s Child later reunited for selected appearances, including Beyoncé’s 2013 Super Bowl halftime show, but the group did not return as a permanent recording act.