Biography

The Black Eyed Peas is a popular hip hop group hailing from North America. The band is primarily made up of rappers will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo, alongside singer Fergie. Originally known for their alternative hip hop style, they have expanded their sound to incorporate elements of R&B, pop, dance, electro, and techno. Although they formed in Los Angeles, California in 1995, they didn't achieve widespread recognition and commercial success until the release of their third album, Elephunk, in 2003. Since then, they have sold approximately 56 million records globally. Additionally, according to Nielsen SoundScan, the Black Eyed Peas ranks as the second-best-selling artist or group for downloaded tracks, with over 42 million digital sales as of the end of 2011.