Fifth Harmony, often abbreviated as 5H, emerged as a formidable force in the American music landscape, originating from Miami and comprising the talents of Ally Brooke, Normani, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jauregui, and Camila Cabello until Cabello’s departure in December 2016.
In 2016, Fifth Harmony shattered records with their hit single “Work from Home,” the lead track from their sophomore album “7/27.” This anthem stormed the charts, claiming the number four spot on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a historic achievement as the first girl group in a decade to achieve such a feat.
Their success continued to skyrocket, with nearly 15 million RIAA certified units sold and a reported 33 million copies of their music distributed worldwide. Renowned for their vocal prowess, Fifth Harmony’s songs resonated with themes of female empowerment, self-confidence, and unity, earning them a dedicated fan base globally.
The group’s impact extended beyond just their music, as they accumulated a staggering array of awards and accolades, including multiple American Music Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and iHeartRadio Music Awards. Billboard hailed them as the biggest girl group of the 2010s, and Time magazine dubbed them arguably “the biggest girl group in the world” in 2017.
Fifth Harmony’s influence transcended boundaries, earning them the most top ten albums on the U.S. Billboard 200 for any girl group in the 21st century. With a string of achievements including Guinness World Records and Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, Fifth Harmony cemented their status as icons of pop music, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.