Destiny's Child (2005)

Destiny's Child ended in 2005 as a cautionary tale about group dynamics. Multiple lineup changes reduced the group from four members to three, while Mathew Knowles's management controversies—including allegations of favoritism toward Beyoncé—fueled tension. Beyoncé's solo ascent, aided by a record 30% share of group revenue, ultimately sidelined Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland. The financial disparity is glaring: Beyoncé's solo debut sold 11 million copies, far outpacing the $2 million combined revenue from the group's final tour, representing a 90% revenue drop per member.