3LW
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"3LW" was an American R&B trio founded by Michelle and Tse Williams. Members included Adrienne Bailon (1999-2007), Kiely Williams (1999-2007), Naturi Naughton (1999-2002), and Jessica Benson (2002-2007).
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[edit] About
[edit] First Lineup
In 1999, Michelle and Tse Williams wanted to help their little sister Kiely achieve her aspirations in singing, so they formed the girl group 3LW, auditioning for girls and ending up with backup dancer Adrienne Bailon and music student Naturi Naughton. They were signed to Epic Records later that year, and began work on their self-titled debut. It was released in 2000, with two hit singles. They then began on a sophomore album, "Same Game, Different Rules", which was leaked to the internet and Epic considered dropping them. Fans protested however, and the act recorded a new album which was released in 2002. Tensions rose high however, and just weeks before the release of that album Naturi Naughton left the group. As a duo, Williams and Bailon released a holiday album, before auditioning for another girl, and eventually Jessica Benson joined replacing Naughton.
[edit] Final Lineup
At the end of 2002, 3LW left Epic Records and signed a dual contract with Sony and So So Def Records. They began work on their third album, however they went on hiatus as Bailon and Williams became involved with The Cheetah Girls.
In 2004 it was announced their third album would be titled, "Phoenix Rising", and Sony released a greatest hits album before dropping them from their roster. "Phoenix Rising" was delayed and in 2006 it was renamed, "Point of No Return", and then the lead single was released. The album however was delayed until it was shelved in 2007. They were then dropped from So So Def Records.
In early 2008, Benson announced the group had officially disbanded on good terms at the end of the previous year.
[edit] Awards & Certifications
| Year | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | *Soul Train Music Award (Won) *Soul Train Music Award (Won) *BET Award (Nominated) | *Best New R&B or Hip-Hop Artist *Album of the Year (3LW) *Best Female Group |
| 2002 | BET Award (Nominated) | Best Female Group |
| 2003 | BET Award (Nominated) | Best Female Group |
[edit] Chart Toppers
| Year | Title | chart... | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | No More (Baby I'ma Do Right) | New Zealand RIANZ Singles Chart UK SIngles Chart U.S. Billboard Rhythmic Top 40 | 3LW |
[edit] News
Naturi Naughton recently starred in the movie, "Fame". Jessica Benson is forming a new girl group, and Adrienne Bailon is working on a solo album, as is Kiely Williams. Williams yet-untitled solo debut will be released in February 2010, while Bailon's solo debut is scheduled for June 2010.
[edit] Tours & Concerts
MTV's "TRL" Tour 2001 - On the annual tour, 3LW was an opening act for Destiny's Child, Nelly, Eve, and more.
[edit] Members
 Member: 1999-2007 |
 Member: 1999-2007 |
 Member: 1999-2002 |
 Member: 2002-2007 |
[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums
 Released: November 1, 2000 Label: Epic |
 Released: October 22, 2002 Label: Epic |
 Released: November 23, 2002 Label: Epic |
[edit] Singles
 Released: April 10, 2001 Label: Epic |
 Released: November 20, 2001 Label: Epic |
 Released: June 18, 2002 Label: Epic |
 Released: November 12, 2002 Label: Epic |
 Released: June 13, 2006 Label: So So Def |
[edit] Compilations & Live Releases
 Released: October 25, 2005 Label: Sony/Epic |
[edit] Other artists
[edit] Similar artists
[edit] Influences
[edit] Trivia
- Adrienne Bailon and Kiely Williams both were members of another girl group, The Cheetah Girls.
