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| alias = Sweeter than Sugar |
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| origin = [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]], U.S. |
| origin = [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]], U.S. |
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| genre = {{hlist|[[Contemporary R&B|R&B]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.popmatters.com/702-star-2496080789.html|title=702: Star|work=[[PopMatters]]|date=October 15, 2003|accessdate=June 26, 2022|quote=702, a trio of mid-tempo R&B queens who started out in 1995 creating a bit of a stir with the Missy Elliott-produced |
| genre = {{hlist|[[Contemporary R&B|R&B]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.popmatters.com/702-star-2496080789.html|title=702: Star|work=[[PopMatters]]|date=October 15, 2003|accessdate=June 26, 2022|quote=702, a trio of mid-tempo R&B queens who started out in 1995 creating a bit of a stir with the Missy Elliott-produced "Steelo".......|archive-date=June 26, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220626054239/https://www.popmatters.com/702-star-2496080789.html|url-status=live}}</ref>|[[hip pop]]<ref>{{cite web|first=Beth|last=Johnson |title=''702'' – Music – EW.com |work=[[Entertainment Weekly]] |date=1999-06-25 |url=https://ew.com/article/1999/06/25/702/ |access-date=May 12, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200919073711/https://ew.com/article/1999/06/25/702/|archive-date=19 September 2020 |url-status=dead|quote=702‘s hip-pop is catchy, though hard to distinguish from the swelling tsunami of R&B girl groups.}}</ref>|[[Pop music|pop]]<ref>{{Cite magazine|first=Kyera|last=Singleton|url=https://www.vibe.com/features/lists/who-is-702-rnb-group-comeback-581958/|title=10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame|magazine=[[Vibe (magazine)|Vibe]]|date=April 27, 2018|accessdate=June 26, 2022|quote=Their music, often mid-tempo jams, struck the perfect balance between soulful pop and mature fun.|archive-date=June 26, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220626120238/https://www.vibe.com/features/lists/who-is-702-rnb-group-comeback-581958/|url-status=live}}</ref>}} |
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| current_members = * Misha Grinstead |
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* Meelah Williams |
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* LeMisha Grinstead |
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| past_members = * Irish Grinstead |
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* Orish Grinstead |
* Orish Grinstead |
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* Amelia |
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* [[Tiffany Villarreal]] |
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'''702''' (pronounced "seven-oh-two") is an American musical [[girl group]] whose most notable line-up |
'''702''' (pronounced "seven-oh-two") is an American musical [[girl group]] whose most notable line-up consisted of LeMisha Grinstead, Irish Grinstead, and Meelah Williams. The group began their musical career as '''Sweeter than Sugar''', formed in 1993 in [[Las Vegas]]. After years of limited success, the original quartet comprising LeMisha Grinstead, Irish Grinstead, Orish Grinstead, and Amelia Cruz were signed in 1995 to [[Biv 10 Records]] as 702. The group first had mainstream success following the release of their 1996 single, "[[Steelo]]". |
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Spawning from their debut studio album ''[[No Doubt (702 album)|No Doubt]]'' (1996), the song peaked within the top ten of the [[Billboard Hot 100|''Billboard'' Hot 100]], while the album received [[RIAA certification|gold]] certification by the [[Recording Industry Association of America]] (RIAA). Their [[702 (album)|self-titled second album]] (1999) became their best-selling release, and contained the top-five single "[[Where My Girls At?]]".<ref name="RIAA">{{cite web|url=https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/?tab_active=default-award&ar=702&ti=&lab=&genre=&format=&date_option=release&from=&to=&award=&type=&category=&adv=SEARCH#search_section|title=Gold & Platinum|publisher=[[Recording Industry Association of America]] (RIAA) |access-date=July 13, 2018}}</ref><ref name="billboard1">[https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/702-ready-for-star-dom-73484/ 702 Ready For ‘Star’-dom]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> Despite critical and commercial success, the group experienced lineup changes with Orish and Cruz being replaced by Meelah Williams and [[Tiffany Villarreal]], respectively. |
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| ⚫ | In mid-1996, Villarreal quit after a few months, leaving the group as a trio. In 2001, Cree |
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| ⚫ | In mid-1996, Villarreal quit after a few months, leaving the group as a trio. In 2001, Cree Lemore replaced Williams after her departure from the group. This lineup released a single "Pootie Tangin'" before Lemore left and Williams re-joining the group. The group released their final album ''[[Star (702 album)|Star]]'' in 2003 and disbanded in 2006. The group reunited at [[2017 Soul Train Music Awards]].<ref name="bet2">[https://www.bet.com/article/wcckoo/get-it-together-702-says-they-re-reuniting-for-a-tour Get It Together! 702 Says They're Reuniting For A Tour]. BET. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> 702 has sold over 4 million records as of 2006.<ref name="RIAA"/> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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===1993–1996: Early beginnings and Sweeter than |
===1993–1996: Early beginnings and Sweeter than Sugar=== |
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LeMisha Grinstead wanted to pursue a solo career and with the support of her parents, she began performing in local competitions and churches. After performing in the lobby of [[Caesars Palace]], she attracted the attention of actor/comedian [[Sinbad (actor)|Sinbad]]. Sinbad approached her parents with an opportunity in music, her parents encouraged their twin daughters Irish and Orish to perform alongside their sister LeMisha as a trio. Sinbad entered the quartet into a music competition in [[Atlanta, Georgia|Atlanta]] under the group name Sweeter than Sugar.<ref name=nsl>{{cite news |title=Founding member of 702 dies |url=http://blog.nj.com/jerseyurbanmusic/2008/04/founding_member_of_702_dies.html |work=[[Newark Star-Ledger]] |date=April 25, 2008 |access-date=October 6, 2009 |archive-date=March 29, 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100329061519/http://blog.nj.com/jerseyurbanmusic/2008/04/founding_member_of_702_dies.html |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>[https://tvone.tv/videos/unsung-before-702-there-was-sweeter-than-sugarthanks-to-michael-bivins-2/ Unsung: Before 702, There Was Sweeter Than Sugar…Thanks To Michael Bivins]. TV One. Retrieved on May 8, 2024</ref><ref>[https://lasvegassun.com/news/1999/may/25/three-las-vegans-hit-the-charts-as-hot-rb-group-70/ Three Las Vegans hit the charts as hot R&B group 702]. Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved on May 8, 2024</ref><ref>[https://www.vibe.com/features/lists/who-is-702-rnb-group-comeback-581958/ 10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame]. Vibe. Retrieved on May 8, 2024</ref> Although they finished second in the competition, [[Michael Bivins]] agreed to work with the group. They also added singer Amelia Cruz to the lineup. After signing the group to his record label [[Biv 10 Records]], Bivins renamed the group "702", after the area code for Las Vegas.<ref name=nsl/> |
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In November 1994, 702 debuted on [[Subway (group)|Subway]]'s first single "[[This Lil' Game We Play]]". The single peaked at number 15 on the [[Billboard Hot 100]] and number 4 on [[Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs]] chart. It eventually |
In November 1994, 702 debuted on [[Subway (group)|Subway]]'s first single "[[This Lil' Game We Play]]". The single peaked at number 15 on the [[Billboard Hot 100]] and number 4 on [[Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs]] chart. It eventually became certified [[RIAA certification|gold]], selling over 500,000 copies in the United States of America.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/?tab_active=default-award&ar=subway&ti=&lab=&genre=&format=&date_option=release&from=&to=&award=&type=&category=&adv=SEARCH#search_section|title=Gold & Platinum|publisher=[[Recording Industry Association of America]] (RIAA) |access-date=April 16, 2023}}</ref> LeMisha, who sang lead vocals on the song, was the only one to go on tour with Subway in 1995. In 1995, 702 began recording their first album. During the recording of the album, Bivins dismissed Orish Grinstead and Amelia Cruz from the group because of his lack of support in their vocal abilities. They were replaced by classmates Meelah Williams (born Kameelah Williams) and [[Tiffany Villarreal]]. Six months after joining the group, Villarreal left the group during the recording of the first album, leaving 702 to continue as a trio. |
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===1996–1998: Rise to fame=== |
===1996–1998: Rise to fame=== |
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{{main|No Doubt (702 album)}} |
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702 released their first album ''[[No Doubt (702 album)|No Doubt]]'' in October 1996. ''No Doubt'' peaked at number eighty-two on the [[Billboard 200|''Billboard'' 200]] and number twenty-four on the ''Billboard'' [[Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums]]. It managed to sell over half of a million copies in the United States, earning a gold certification by the [[Recording Industry Association of America]] (RIAA).<ref name="RIAA"/> The album's singles "[[Steelo]]" and "[[Get It Together (702 song)|Get It Together]] reached the top twenty on the ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'' [[Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks]]. Both of the singles earned gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America. In 1997, 702 became the opening act for [[New Edition]]'s "Home Again Tour". In the same year, their album ''No Doubt'' won a Lady of Soul Award for "Best R&B/Soul Album, Group, Band, or Duo" in 1997. Their single "Get It Together" was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul Single, Solo" and "Best R&B/Soul Song of the Year", while the group was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist".<ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/alt.music.soul/c/WfbVXvDQsIU Erykah Badu, Toni Braxton, and 702 lead Lady of Soul nominations]. AllStar Music News. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> |
702 released their first album ''[[No Doubt (702 album)|No Doubt]]'' in October 1996. ''No Doubt'' peaked at number eighty-two on the [[Billboard 200|''Billboard'' 200]] and number twenty-four on the ''Billboard'' [[Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums]]. It managed to sell over half of a million copies in the United States, earning a gold certification by the [[Recording Industry Association of America]] (RIAA).<ref name="RIAA"/> The album's singles "[[Steelo]]" and "[[Get It Together (702 song)|Get It Together]] reached the top twenty on the ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'' [[Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks]]. Both of the singles earned gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America. In 1997, 702 became the opening act for [[New Edition]]'s "Home Again Tour". In the same year, their album ''No Doubt'' won a Lady of Soul Award for "Best R&B/Soul Album, Group, Band, or Duo" in 1997. Their single "Get It Together" was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul Single, Solo" and "Best R&B/Soul Song of the Year", while the group was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist".<ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/alt.music.soul/c/WfbVXvDQsIU Erykah Badu, Toni Braxton, and 702 lead Lady of Soul nominations]. AllStar Music News. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> |
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"Steelo" became the theme song to the [[Nickelodeon]] television show ''[[Cousin Skeeter]]'' in 1998. In the same year, 702 made cameo appearances in the sitcoms ''[[Sister, Sister (TV series)|Sister, Sister]]'' and ''[[Moesha]]''. In March 1998, [[Missy Elliott]] released a single "[[Beep Me 911]]" which featured 702. The song charted in the top twenty on the [[UK Singles chart]].<ref>[https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/10450/missy-elliott/ Missy Elliott songs and albums | full Official Chart history]. Official Chart. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> |
"Steelo" became the theme song to the [[Nickelodeon]] television show ''[[Cousin Skeeter]]'' in 1998. In the same year, 702 made cameo appearances in the sitcoms ''[[Sister, Sister (TV series)|Sister, Sister]]'' and ''[[Moesha]]''.<ref name="mtvnews1">[https://www.mtv.com/news/8aazx8/702-leaps-up-charts-with-mature-single 702 Leaps Up Charts With "Mature" Single]{{dead link|date=June 2024|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024</ref> In March 1998, [[Missy Elliott]] released a single "[[Beep Me 911]]" which featured 702. The song charted in the top twenty on the [[UK Singles chart]].<ref>[https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/10450/missy-elliott/ Missy Elliott songs and albums | full Official Chart history]. Official Chart. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> |
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=== 1999–2002: Breakthrough and lineup changes === |
=== 1999–2002: Breakthrough and lineup changes === |
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In early 1999, the group performed the national anthem for the [[Women's National Basketball Association]]. In June 1999, they released their self-titled second album, ''[[702 (album)|702]]''. The album peaked in top forty on the Billboard charts and became certified platinum.<ref name="RIAA"/><ref name="billboard1"/> |
In early 1999, the group performed the national anthem for the [[Women's National Basketball Association]].<ref>[https://www.mtv.com/news/av4fge/702-to-sing-for-wnba-season-opener 702 To Sing For WNBA Season Opener]{{dead link|date=June 2024|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024</ref> In June 1999, they released their self-titled second album, ''[[702 (album)|702]]''. The album peaked in top forty on the Billboard charts and became certified platinum.<ref name="RIAA"/><ref name="billboard1"/> The album's first single "[[Where My Girls At]]?" charted in the top-five on [[Billboard Hot 100|''Billboard's'' Hot 100]] and went became certified gold.<ref name="RIAA"/><ref name="billboard1"/> In mid-1999, 702 toured as the opening act of [[Brandy (entertainer)|Brandy]]'s "[[Never Say Never World Tour]]".<ref>[https://www.mtv.com/news/4q6bn4/702-celebrates-sophomore-album-explains-ladies-anthem 702 Celebrates Sophomore Album, Explains Ladies' Anthem]{{dead link|date=June 2024|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024</ref> During the tour, LeMisha went on a two-month maternity leave and later gave birth to her son [[Tony Fields II]] on June 18, 1999.<ref name="mtvnews2">[https://www.mtv.com/news/hyex0u/702-s-lemisha-returns-but-misses-newborn-son 702's LeMisha Returns, But Misses Newborn Son]{{dead link|date=June 2024|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024</ref> During her hiatus, Orish briefly re-joined the group.<ref name="mtvnews2"/> They also made a cameo in the 1999 [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]-TV movie ''[[Double Platinum (film)|Double Platinum]]''.<ref name="mtvnews1"/> 702 also signed a deal with [[Wilhelmina Models]].<ref name="mtvnews1"/> In 2000, 702 toured as the opening act for [[Brian McKnight]]'s "[[Back at One (album)|Back at One Tour]]".<ref>[https://www.mtv.com/news/gdvuof/brian-mcknight-to-bring-back-at-one-onstage Brian McKnight To Bring Back At One Onstage]{{dead link|date=June 2024|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024</ref> |
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In 2001, Williams departed from the group |
In 2001, Williams departed from the group and signed a management deal with Todd Russaw's Pedigree MGI Management. During that time, she sang backup and wrote three songs for [[Faith Evans]]' album, ''[[Faithfully (Faith Evans album)|Faithfully]]''. She also sang backup for [[Missy Elliott]]'s song "[[Take Away (song)|Take Away]]", the third single from her 2001 album ''[[Miss E...So Addictive]]''. Cree Lemore replaced Williams in the group.<ref name="billboard1"/> 702 released a single "Pootie Tangin" on the [[Pootie Tang (soundtrack)|soundtrack]] of comedy film ''Pootie Tang''. The single received of Lady of Soul Train nomination for "Best R&B/Soul Single, Group, Band or Duo" in 2002.<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/2002-soul-train-lady-of-soul-awards-nominees-74990/ 2002 Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards Nominees]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 5, 2024</ref> Shortly after the release of the single, Lemore departed from the group and Williams rejoined the group.<ref name="billboard1"/> |
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===2003–2004: ''Star''=== |
===2003–2004: ''Star'', disbandment, and aftermath=== |
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702 released their third album ''[[Star (702 album)|Star]]'' |
In March 2003, 702 released their third album ''[[Star (702 album)|Star]]''. The album peaked within the top 50 on the Billboard 200. The lead single "Star" peaked at number ninety-eight on the R&B chart. Their follow-up single "I Still Love You" peaked at number 49 on the R&B chart. Also in 2003, 702 shared lead vocals on the track "Gamble It" from the album ''Emotions'' by Sirena. Orish Grinstead appeared in The Brewster Project in 2004. |
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| ⚫ | In 2005, the group officially disbanded to pursue solo careers. Williams continued a career in the music industry as a background vocalist for [[Faith Evans]] and [[Macy Gray]]. LeMisha began a career as a wedding chapel manager at [[Treasure Island Hotel and Casino]] in [[Las Vegas, Nevada|Las Vegas]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Las Vegas Review-Journal|url=http://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/music/area-resident-reflects-her-time-spotlight|access-date=August 29, 2017|website=Las Vegas Review-Journal|archive-date=February 15, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170215222331/http://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/music/area-resident-reflects-her-time-spotlight|url-status=live}}</ref> Irish also pursued a career in accounting. In 2006, the original lineup of 702 (LeMisha, Irish, and Orish Grinstead) appeared on E Sharp's album ''E Sharp presents Vol. I''.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/esharp |title=E Sharp | E Sharp Presents |publisher=CD Baby |access-date=April 24, 2012 |archive-date=April 24, 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120424162234/http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/esharp |url-status=live }}</ref> In 2007, LeMisha released a song titled "What I Got" on the E Sharp's second album ''E Sharp Presents Vol. II''.<ref>{{cite web|title=E Sharp | E Sharp Presents vol. II|url=http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/esharp2|access-date=April 24, 2012|publisher=CD Baby|archive-date=December 11, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111211122604/http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/esharp2|url-status=live}}</ref> On April 20, 2008, original member Orish Grinstead died from autoimmune hepatitis.<ref>[https://fox59.com/news/national-world/irish-grinstead-member-of-rb-group-702-dies/ Irish Grinstead, member of R&B group 702, dies]. Fox 59. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> |
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==2005–2014: Disbandment and aftermath== |
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In 2014, Williams joined the season three cast of reality television show ''[[R&B Divas: Atlanta]]''.<ref>{{cite press release|title=TV One Announces Third Season Premiere of "R&B Divas Atlanta" on Wednesday, April 23 at 10 PM/ET|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2014/03/18/tv-one-announces-third-season-premiere-of-randb-divas-atlanta-on-wednesday-april-23-at-10-pm-et-183301/20140318tvone01/|work=The Futon Critic|publisher=TV One|access-date=March 18, 2014|date=March 18, 2014}}</ref> Williams used the opportunity to bring awareness to children born with [[autism]]. |
In 2014, Williams joined the season three cast of reality television show ''[[R&B Divas: Atlanta]]''.<ref>{{cite press release|title=TV One Announces Third Season Premiere of "R&B Divas Atlanta" on Wednesday, April 23 at 10 PM/ET|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2014/03/18/tv-one-announces-third-season-premiere-of-randb-divas-atlanta-on-wednesday-april-23-at-10-pm-et-183301/20140318tvone01/|work=The Futon Critic|publisher=TV One|access-date=March 18, 2014|date=March 18, 2014}}</ref> Williams used the opportunity to bring awareness to children born with [[autism]]. |
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==2017–present: Reunion |
===2017–present: Reunion=== |
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In November 2017, the group reformed and attended the [[2017 Soul Train Music Awards]].<ref name="bet2"/> In 2018, the group appeared in the music documentary program ''[[Unsung (TV series)|Unsung]]''.<ref>[https://tvone.tv/videos/watch-unsung-702/ Unsung 702 - TV One]. TV One. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> Also in 2018, the group began touring together for the first time in fifteen years.<ref name="bet2"/> In 2019, the group performed a tribute medley to [[Xscape]] at the Black Music Honors.<ref>[https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2019-black-music-honors-paid-tribute-to-music-icons-xscape-freddie-jackson-yolanda-adams-tamia---arrested-development-300917256.html 2019 Black Music Honors Paid Tribute To Music Icons Xscape, Freddie Jackson, Yolanda Adams, Tamia, & Arrested Development]. PR News Wire. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> In May 2021, Irish and LeMisha Grinstead were among the lineup of cast members for the [[BET|BET Network]] [[Reality television|reality television show]] ''[[BET Presents: The Encore]].''<ref name="encore">{{Cite web|title=BET to Assemble the Ultimate All-Girl R&B Supergroup in the One-of-a-Kind Music Experiment in ''BET Presents The Encore''|url=https://www.betpressroom.com/press-release/bet-to-assemble-the-ultimate-all-girl-rb-supergroup-in-the-one-of-a-kind-music-experiment-in-bet-pre/|access-date=July 21, 2021|website=Bbetpressroom.com|language=en|archive-date=July 31, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210731052113/https://www.betpressroom.com/press-release/bet-to-assemble-the-ultimate-all-girl-rb-supergroup-in-the-one-of-a-kind-music-experiment-in-bet-pre/|url-status=live}}</ref> On December 15, 2022, it was announced on the group's Instagram page that Irish Grinstead would be taking a medical leave from the group to address |
In November 2017, the group reformed and attended the [[2017 Soul Train Music Awards]].<ref name="bet2"/> In 2018, the group appeared in the music documentary program ''[[Unsung (TV series)|Unsung]]''.<ref>[https://tvone.tv/videos/watch-unsung-702/ Unsung 702 - TV One]. TV One. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> Also in 2018, the group began touring together for the first time in fifteen years.<ref name="bet2"/> In 2019, the group performed a tribute medley to [[Xscape (group)|Xscape]] at the Black Music Honors.<ref>[https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2019-black-music-honors-paid-tribute-to-music-icons-xscape-freddie-jackson-yolanda-adams-tamia---arrested-development-300917256.html 2019 Black Music Honors Paid Tribute To Music Icons Xscape, Freddie Jackson, Yolanda Adams, Tamia, & Arrested Development]. PR News Wire. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> In May 2021, Irish and LeMisha Grinstead were among the lineup of cast members for the [[BET|BET Network]] [[Reality television|reality television show]] ''[[BET Presents: The Encore]].''<ref name="encore">{{Cite web|title=BET to Assemble the Ultimate All-Girl R&B Supergroup in the One-of-a-Kind Music Experiment in ''BET Presents The Encore''|url=https://www.betpressroom.com/press-release/bet-to-assemble-the-ultimate-all-girl-rb-supergroup-in-the-one-of-a-kind-music-experiment-in-bet-pre/|access-date=July 21, 2021|website=Bbetpressroom.com|language=en|archive-date=July 31, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210731052113/https://www.betpressroom.com/press-release/bet-to-assemble-the-ultimate-all-girl-rb-supergroup-in-the-one-of-a-kind-music-experiment-in-bet-pre/|url-status=live}}</ref> On December 15, 2022, it was announced on the group's Instagram page that Irish Grinstead would be taking a medical leave from the group to address serious health concerns.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Grinstead |first=LeMisha |date=2022-12-15 |title=We regret to inform you that at this time Irish Grinstead will be taking a medical leave of absence due to serious medical issues. |url=https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMX8dhOHlq/?hl=en |access-date=2023-09-16 |website=Instagram.com |archive-date=September 18, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230918034538/https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMX8dhOHlq/?hl=en |url-status=live }}</ref> In May 2023, the group performed "Where My Girls At?" in tribute to [[Missy Elliott]] at the Black Music Honors.<ref>[https://www.bet.com/article/y6a183/black-music-honors-pays-tribute-to-the-past-and-present-in-time-for-black-music-month-in-atlanta Black Music Honors Paid Tribute to the Past and Present]. BET. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> On September 16, 2023, Irish Grinstead died after a long battle with an undisclosed illness.<ref name="instagram">{{Cite web |last=Grinstead |first=LeMisha |date=September 17, 2023 |title=It is with great sadness that I have to let you know that my beautiful sister and friend has passed away this evening. |url=https://www.instagram.com/p/CxRsLNWsB3x/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== |access-date=September 17, 2023 |website=[[Instagram]]}}</ref><ref>[https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/irish-grinstead-702-singer-dead-obit-1234826776/ Irish Grinstead, Singer in R&B Girl Group 702, Dead at 43]. Rolling Stone. Retrieved on April 6, 2024</ref> |
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In 2024, 702 appeared as special guest on "[[Queens of R&B Tour|The Queens of R&B Tour]]".<ref>[https://www.livenationentertainment.com/2024/03/xscape-swv-announce-the-queens-of-rb-tour-with-special-guests-mya-total-and-702/ XSCAPE & SWV announce The Queens of R&B Tour with special guests Mya, Total, and 702]. Live National Entertainment. Retrieved on April 3, 2024</ref> |
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702 recorded [[Rhythm and blues|R&B]] songs with styles that encompass [[Hip hop music|rap]], [[Soul music|soul]], [[contemporary R&B|contemporary]], [[gospel music|gospel]], and [[jazz]].<ref>[https://www.allmusic.com/album/no-doubt-mw0000184549 No Doubt - 702 | Album | AllMusic]. AllMusic. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref><ref>{{cite book |last=Larkin |first=Colin |title=The Encyclopedia of Popular Music: Rich, Young and Pretty - Swift, Richard |date=2006 |page=1977}}</ref> In the group's original lineup, LeMisha was the lead vocalist, Irish was on [[alto]], Orish and Amelia were on soprano. After the lineup change, LeMisha later alternated as second soprano and alternate lead vocalist in the group's trio lineup as Meelah often sang lead for the majority of their songs.<ref>[https://www.vibe.com/features/lists/who-is-702-rnb-group-comeback-581958/ 10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame]. Vibe. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> In their first album ''[[No Doubt (702 album)|No Doubt]]'' (1996), each member sings lead in the majority of the songs. Williams, however, completely led songs like "[[Steelo]]" and "[[Get It Together (702 song)|Get It Together]]". The group explored themes of women's empowerment in songs such as "[[Where My Girls At]]?" and "Better Day (Ghetto Girl)".<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/missy-elliott-writing-for-aaliyah-beyonce-herself-8487105/ Missy Elliott on Writing For Aaliyah, Beyonce and Herself]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> |
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702 have been recognized as one of the most influential female R&B groups of the 1990s.<ref>[https://www.revolt.tv/article/2023-12-14/344787/15-best-r-and-b-girl-groups-of-the-1990s 15 best R&B girl groups of the 1990s]. Revolt TV. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> 702's final lineup as a trio has been widely noted as the group's most recognizable and successful lineup, having sold over 4 million records worldwide.<ref name="RIAA"/> |
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The group's single "Where My Girls At?" (1999) was ranked number 46 on [[Billboard (magazine)|''Billboard'']]'s list of "100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time",<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/media/lists/100-greatest-girl-group-songs-7857816/ 100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time: Critics’ Picks]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> ranked number 72 on their "The 99 Greatest Songs of 1999" list,<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/media/lists/greatest-songs-of-1999-top-99-8505742/ The 99 Greatest Songs of 1999: Critics’ Picks]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> and was listed on their "Greatest of All Time Top Songs of the 90s" list.<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/charts/greatest-billboards-top-songs-90s/ Billboard’s Top Songs of the ’90s]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> The term "Steelo" became popularized by 702's [[Steelo|single of the same name]] as a [[Slang|slang word]] for "style".<ref>Johnson Publishing Company (August 2, 1999). Destiny's Child among the hottest new female groups. ''Jet'', Volume 96: No. 9, Page 26. Retrieved from https://books.google.com</ref> The group has also been credited as a musical influence or inspiration to several artists including [[Solange Knowles]],<ref>[https://www.npr.org/sections/microphonecheck/2014/02/12/272432827/solange-knowles-on-nas-juvenile-and-dance-moves Solange Knowles On Nas, Juvenile And Dance Moves]. NPR. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> and [[Flo (group)|FLO]].<ref>[https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/flo-wins-brit-awards-rising-star-award-1235183954/ FLO Wins Brit Awards’ Rising Star Award]. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024</ref> |
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702 (pronounced "seven-oh-two") is an American musical girl group whose most notable line-up consisted of LeMisha Grinstead, Irish Grinstead, and Meelah Williams. The group began their musical career as Sweeter than Sugar, formed in 1993 in Las Vegas. After years of limited success, the original quartet comprising LeMisha Grinstead, Irish Grinstead, Orish Grinstead, and Amelia Cruz were signed in 1995 to Biv 10 Records as 702. The group first had mainstream success following the release of their 1996 single, "Steelo".
Spawning from their debut studio album No Doubt (1996), the song peaked within the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100, while the album received gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Their self-titled second album (1999) became their best-selling release, and contained the top-five single "Where My Girls At?".[4][5] Despite critical and commercial success, the group experienced lineup changes with Orish and Cruz being replaced by Meelah Williams and Tiffany Villarreal, respectively.
In mid-1996, Villarreal quit after a few months, leaving the group as a trio. In 2001, Cree Lemore replaced Williams after her departure from the group. This lineup released a single "Pootie Tangin'" before Lemore left and Williams re-joining the group. The group released their final album Star in 2003 and disbanded in 2006. The group reunited at 2017 Soul Train Music Awards.[6] 702 has sold over 4 million records as of 2006.[4]
History
[edit]1993–1996: Early beginnings and Sweeter than Sugar
[edit]LeMisha Grinstead wanted to pursue a solo career and with the support of her parents, she began performing in local competitions and churches. After performing in the lobby of Caesars Palace, she attracted the attention of actor/comedian Sinbad. Sinbad approached her parents with an opportunity in music, her parents encouraged their twin daughters Irish and Orish to perform alongside their sister LeMisha as a trio. Sinbad entered the quartet into a music competition in Atlanta under the group name Sweeter than Sugar.[7][8][9][10] Although they finished second in the competition, Michael Bivins agreed to work with the group. They also added singer Amelia Cruz to the lineup. After signing the group to his record label Biv 10 Records, Bivins renamed the group "702", after the area code for Las Vegas.[7]
In November 1994, 702 debuted on Subway's first single "This Lil' Game We Play". The single peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. It eventually became certified gold, selling over 500,000 copies in the United States of America.[11] LeMisha, who sang lead vocals on the song, was the only one to go on tour with Subway in 1995. In 1995, 702 began recording their first album. During the recording of the album, Bivins dismissed Orish Grinstead and Amelia Cruz from the group because of his lack of support in their vocal abilities. They were replaced by classmates Meelah Williams (born Kameelah Williams) and Tiffany Villarreal. Six months after joining the group, Villarreal left the group during the recording of the first album, leaving 702 to continue as a trio.
1996–1998: Rise to fame
[edit]702 released their first album No Doubt in October 1996. No Doubt peaked at number eighty-two on the Billboard 200 and number twenty-four on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. It managed to sell over half of a million copies in the United States, earning a gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).[4] The album's singles "Steelo" and "Get It Together reached the top twenty on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks. Both of the singles earned gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America. In 1997, 702 became the opening act for New Edition's "Home Again Tour". In the same year, their album No Doubt won a Lady of Soul Award for "Best R&B/Soul Album, Group, Band, or Duo" in 1997. Their single "Get It Together" was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul Single, Solo" and "Best R&B/Soul Song of the Year", while the group was nominated for "Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist".[12]
"Steelo" became the theme song to the Nickelodeon television show Cousin Skeeter in 1998. In the same year, 702 made cameo appearances in the sitcoms Sister, Sister and Moesha.[13] In March 1998, Missy Elliott released a single "Beep Me 911" which featured 702. The song charted in the top twenty on the UK Singles chart.[14]
1999–2002: Breakthrough and lineup changes
[edit]In early 1999, the group performed the national anthem for the Women's National Basketball Association.[15] In June 1999, they released their self-titled second album, 702. The album peaked in top forty on the Billboard charts and became certified platinum.[4][5] The album's first single "Where My Girls At?" charted in the top-five on Billboard's Hot 100 and went became certified gold.[4][5] In mid-1999, 702 toured as the opening act of Brandy's "Never Say Never World Tour".[16] During the tour, LeMisha went on a two-month maternity leave and later gave birth to her son Tony Fields II on June 18, 1999.[17] During her hiatus, Orish briefly re-joined the group.[17] They also made a cameo in the 1999 ABC-TV movie Double Platinum.[13] 702 also signed a deal with Wilhelmina Models.[13] In 2000, 702 toured as the opening act for Brian McKnight's "Back at One Tour".[18]
In 2001, Williams departed from the group and signed a management deal with Todd Russaw's Pedigree MGI Management. During that time, she sang backup and wrote three songs for Faith Evans' album, Faithfully. She also sang backup for Missy Elliott's song "Take Away", the third single from her 2001 album Miss E...So Addictive. Cree Lemore replaced Williams in the group.[5] 702 released a single "Pootie Tangin" on the soundtrack of comedy film Pootie Tang. The single received of Lady of Soul Train nomination for "Best R&B/Soul Single, Group, Band or Duo" in 2002.[19] Shortly after the release of the single, Lemore departed from the group and Williams rejoined the group.[5]
2003–2004: Star, disbandment, and aftermath
[edit]In March 2003, 702 released their third album Star. The album peaked within the top 50 on the Billboard 200. The lead single "Star" peaked at number ninety-eight on the R&B chart. Their follow-up single "I Still Love You" peaked at number 49 on the R&B chart. Also in 2003, 702 shared lead vocals on the track "Gamble It" from the album Emotions by Sirena. Orish Grinstead appeared in The Brewster Project in 2004.
In 2005, the group officially disbanded to pursue solo careers. Williams continued a career in the music industry as a background vocalist for Faith Evans and Macy Gray. LeMisha began a career as a wedding chapel manager at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.[20] Irish also pursued a career in accounting. In 2006, the original lineup of 702 (LeMisha, Irish, and Orish Grinstead) appeared on E Sharp's album E Sharp presents Vol. I.[21] In 2007, LeMisha released a song titled "What I Got" on the E Sharp's second album E Sharp Presents Vol. II.[22] On April 20, 2008, original member Orish Grinstead died from autoimmune hepatitis.[23]
In 2014, Williams joined the season three cast of reality television show R&B Divas: Atlanta.[24] Williams used the opportunity to bring awareness to children born with autism.
2017–present: Reunion
[edit]In November 2017, the group reformed and attended the 2017 Soul Train Music Awards.[6] In 2018, the group appeared in the music documentary program Unsung.[25] Also in 2018, the group began touring together for the first time in fifteen years.[6] In 2019, the group performed a tribute medley to Xscape at the Black Music Honors.[26] In May 2021, Irish and LeMisha Grinstead were among the lineup of cast members for the BET Network reality television show BET Presents: The Encore.[27] On December 15, 2022, it was announced on the group's Instagram page that Irish Grinstead would be taking a medical leave from the group to address serious health concerns.[28] In May 2023, the group performed "Where My Girls At?" in tribute to Missy Elliott at the Black Music Honors.[29] On September 16, 2023, Irish Grinstead died after a long battle with an undisclosed illness.[30][31]
In 2024, 702 appeared as special guest on "The Queens of R&B Tour".[32]
Artistry
[edit]702 recorded R&B songs with styles that encompass rap, soul, contemporary, gospel, and jazz.[33][34] In the group's original lineup, LeMisha was the lead vocalist, Irish was on alto, Orish and Amelia were on soprano. After the lineup change, LeMisha later alternated as second soprano and alternate lead vocalist in the group's trio lineup as Meelah often sang lead for the majority of their songs.[35] In their first album No Doubt (1996), each member sings lead in the majority of the songs. Williams, however, completely led songs like "Steelo" and "Get It Together". The group explored themes of women's empowerment in songs such as "Where My Girls At?" and "Better Day (Ghetto Girl)".[36]
Legacy
[edit]702 have been recognized as one of the most influential female R&B groups of the 1990s.[37] 702's final lineup as a trio has been widely noted as the group's most recognizable and successful lineup, having sold over 4 million records worldwide.[4]
The group's single "Where My Girls At?" (1999) was ranked number 46 on Billboard's list of "100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time",[38] ranked number 72 on their "The 99 Greatest Songs of 1999" list,[39] and was listed on their "Greatest of All Time Top Songs of the 90s" list.[40] The term "Steelo" became popularized by 702's single of the same name as a slang word for "style".[41] The group has also been credited as a musical influence or inspiration to several artists including Solange Knowles,[42] and FLO.[43]
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Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Result | Category |
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| 2000 | Nominated | Favorite Soul/R&B New Artist For: "702" |
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| 2001 | Nominated | Best Female Group For: "702" |
Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards
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| 1997 | Won | Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Group, Band or Duo For: "No Doubt" |
| 1999 | Nominated | Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band or Duo For: "Where My Girls At?" |
| 2000 | Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Group, Band or Duo For: "702" | |
| 2002 | Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band or Duo For: "Pootie Tangin" | |
| 2003 | Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Group, Band or Duo For: "Star" | |
| 2003 | Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band or Duo For: "I Still Love You" |
References
[edit]- ^ "702: Star". PopMatters. October 15, 2003. Archived from the original on June 26, 2022. Retrieved June 26, 2022.
702, a trio of mid-tempo R&B queens who started out in 1995 creating a bit of a stir with the Missy Elliott-produced "Steelo".......
- ^ Johnson, Beth (June 25, 1999). "702 – Music – EW.com". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on September 19, 2020. Retrieved May 12, 2022.
702's hip-pop is catchy, though hard to distinguish from the swelling tsunami of R&B girl groups.
- ^ Singleton, Kyera (April 27, 2018). "10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame". Vibe. Archived from the original on June 26, 2022. Retrieved June 26, 2022.
Their music, often mid-tempo jams, struck the perfect balance between soulful pop and mature fun.
- ^ a b c d e f "Gold & Platinum". Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Retrieved July 13, 2018.
- ^ a b c d e 702 Ready For ‘Star’-dom. Billboard. Retrieved on April 5, 2024
- ^ a b c Get It Together! 702 Says They're Reuniting For A Tour. BET. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ a b "Founding member of 702 dies". Newark Star-Ledger. April 25, 2008. Archived from the original on March 29, 2010. Retrieved October 6, 2009.
- ^ Unsung: Before 702, There Was Sweeter Than Sugar…Thanks To Michael Bivins. TV One. Retrieved on May 8, 2024
- ^ Three Las Vegans hit the charts as hot R&B group 702. Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved on May 8, 2024
- ^ 10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame. Vibe. Retrieved on May 8, 2024
- ^ "Gold & Platinum". Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Retrieved April 16, 2023.
- ^ Erykah Badu, Toni Braxton, and 702 lead Lady of Soul nominations. AllStar Music News. Retrieved on April 5, 2024
- ^ a b c 702 Leaps Up Charts With "Mature" Single[dead link]. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024
- ^ Missy Elliott songs and albums | full Official Chart history. Official Chart. Retrieved on April 5, 2024
- ^ 702 To Sing For WNBA Season Opener[dead link]. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024
- ^ 702 Celebrates Sophomore Album, Explains Ladies' Anthem[dead link]. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024
- ^ a b 702's LeMisha Returns, But Misses Newborn Son[dead link]. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024
- ^ Brian McKnight To Bring Back At One Onstage[dead link]. MTV. Retrieved on April 10, 2024
- ^ 2002 Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards Nominees. Billboard. Retrieved on April 5, 2024
- ^ "Las Vegas Review-Journal". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Archived from the original on February 15, 2017. Retrieved August 29, 2017.
- ^ "E Sharp | E Sharp Presents". CD Baby. Archived from the original on April 24, 2012. Retrieved April 24, 2012.
- ^ "E Sharp | E Sharp Presents vol. II". CD Baby. Archived from the original on December 11, 2011. Retrieved April 24, 2012.
- ^ Irish Grinstead, member of R&B group 702, dies. Fox 59. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ "TV One Announces Third Season Premiere of "R&B Divas Atlanta" on Wednesday, April 23 at 10 PM/ET". The Futon Critic (Press release). TV One. March 18, 2014. Retrieved March 18, 2014.
- ^ Unsung 702 - TV One. TV One. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ 2019 Black Music Honors Paid Tribute To Music Icons Xscape, Freddie Jackson, Yolanda Adams, Tamia, & Arrested Development. PR News Wire. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ "BET to Assemble the Ultimate All-Girl R&B Supergroup in the One-of-a-Kind Music Experiment in BET Presents The Encore". Bbetpressroom.com. Archived from the original on July 31, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
- ^ Grinstead, LeMisha (December 15, 2022). "We regret to inform you that at this time Irish Grinstead will be taking a medical leave of absence due to serious medical issues". Instagram.com. Archived from the original on September 18, 2023. Retrieved September 16, 2023.
- ^ Black Music Honors Paid Tribute to the Past and Present. BET. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ Grinstead, LeMisha (September 17, 2023). "It is with great sadness that I have to let you know that my beautiful sister and friend has passed away this evening". Instagram. Retrieved September 17, 2023.
- ^ Irish Grinstead, Singer in R&B Girl Group 702, Dead at 43. Rolling Stone. Retrieved on April 6, 2024
- ^ XSCAPE & SWV announce The Queens of R&B Tour with special guests Mya, Total, and 702. Live National Entertainment. Retrieved on April 3, 2024
- ^ No Doubt - 702 | Album | AllMusic. AllMusic. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ Larkin, Colin (2006). The Encyclopedia of Popular Music: Rich, Young and Pretty - Swift, Richard. p. 1977.
- ^ 10 Things To Know About R&B Group, 702, And Their Rise To Fame. Vibe. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ Missy Elliott on Writing For Aaliyah, Beyonce and Herself. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ 15 best R&B girl groups of the 1990s. Revolt TV. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ 100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time: Critics’ Picks. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ The 99 Greatest Songs of 1999: Critics’ Picks. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ Billboard’s Top Songs of the ’90s. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ Johnson Publishing Company (August 2, 1999). Destiny's Child among the hottest new female groups. Jet, Volume 96: No. 9, Page 26. Retrieved from https://books.google.com
- ^ Solange Knowles On Nas, Juvenile And Dance Moves. NPR. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
- ^ FLO Wins Brit Awards’ Rising Star Award. Billboard. Retrieved on April 9, 2024
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