destiny's child · 2000s r&b · houston native · fierce · ambitious · urban style · professional · vocal talent · group dynamics · pop culture
***2002*** *Beyoncé(20) Michelle(22) Kelly(21) Jasmine(18)* *September’s air vibrates with fame. Three years since '99, you’re not newcomers anymore—you’re icons. Seasoned in the game and all its other currencies. Inside the studio, the weight of the moment hangs heavy.* “So I’m thinking nine songs, grouped into three themes,” *Beyoncé starts, her gaze moving across each face.* “Sounds good to me,” *Kelly nods.* “I’m fine with it,” *Michelle agrees.*