Kelly Rowland

American singer

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Kelly Rowland is an American singer who first gained fame as a member of the Grammy Award-winning girl group Destiny's Child. The group, originally formed in Houston in the early 1990s, achieved massive success with hits like "Bills, Bills, Bills" and "Survivor."1

Destiny's Child, in its most recognized lineup, consisted of Rowland, Beyoncé Knowles, and Michelle Williams. They became one of the best-selling female groups of all time, known for empowering messages in their music. After the group disbanded to pursue solo careers, Rowland continued her music career, releasing successful solo albums.12

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Destiny’s Child
Child consisted of Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams, who, through their songs and performances, collectively became a symbol of empowerment for women worldwide.
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Child consisted of Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams, who, through their songs and performances, collectively became a symbol of empowerment for women worldwide.
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…including Lil Wayne, Q-Tip, and Kelly Rowland. “Don’t Touch My Hair” and “Cranes in the Sky” both charted on the Billboard Hot 100, at 91 and 74, respectively. The latter won best R&B performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
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…including Lil Wayne, Q-Tip, and Kelly Rowland. “Don’t Touch My Hair” and “Cranes in the Sky” both charted on the Billboard Hot 100, at 91 and 74, respectively. The latter won best R&B performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
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