Fifth Harmony emerged from ‘The X Factor’ to become a leading global pop and R&B girl group, known for their powerful vocals and messages of empowerment. After capturing national attention on the second season of The X Factor in 2012, Fifth Harmony rapidly rose to become a leading global pop and R&B girl group. The group secured a joint record deal with Simon Cowell’s Syco Music and L.A. Reid’s Epic Records in 2013, the same year Popdust Magazine voted them the ‘Next Pop Superstar of 2013.’ Their debut EP, Better Together, released October 2013, debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 and number 2 on the iTunes album charts.
Billboard 200 for any girl group in the 21st century, tying with Destiny’s Child for the third most top ten entries overall. The original members of Fifth Harmony officially reunited for a surprise performance during a Jonas Brothers concert in 2025.