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Early Life and Beginnings

Beyoncé's early life and the beginnings of her career in music.
Birth
September 4, 1981
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was born in Houston, Texas, to Mathew and Célestine Ann Knowles.
Girl's Tyme
1990
At the age of nine, Beyoncé successfully auditioned to become the lead singer for the music group Girl's Tyme.
Family Sacrifices
1995
Beyoncé's father, Mathew, resigned from his job to manage Girl's Tyme, leading to financial strain and the family's separation.
Columbia Records
1996
Girl's Tyme was signed to Columbia Records and renamed Destiny's Child.