Which Houston-based group was Beyoncé a member of before her solo career?

Beyoncé was a member of the Houston-based group Destiny’s Child before beginning her solo career.

Destiny’s Child developed from a group originally called Girl’s Tyme, which Beyoncé joined as a child performer in Houston. The group eventually signed with Columbia Records and became one of the best-selling female groups in music history.

The group’s best-known final lineup consisted of Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams. Their major hits included “Say My Name,” “Survivor,” “Independent Women Part I,” and “Bootylicious.” Their albums combined contemporary R&B with pop and hip-hop influences.

Destiny’s Child went on hiatus in 2002, allowing its members to pursue individual projects. Beyoncé’s first solo album followed in 2003. The group reunited for selected appearances, including Beyoncé’s 2013 Super Bowl halftime show and her 2018 Coachella performances.