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The Black Eyed Peas: Rediscover the Group

The Black Eyed Peas have made their comeback and as we fall in love with their music all over again, here's a chance to rediscover the group.

By Ahalya Narayanan
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The Black Eyed Peas

If 2020 has taught us anything, it is to expect the unexpected. And on the list of things unexpected, one name stands out - The Black Eyed Peas.

The Black Eyed Peas have a place in all our nostalgia books. From hits like 'I Got a Feeling' and 'Boom Boom Pow' to timeless classics like 'Pump It' and 'My Humps', their music makes up our ultimate dance playlist. And now, they've a comeback.

The group may not include Fergie anymore, but they are back and ready to make their mark on the dance scene once again. So, take a minute to rediscover the group as it stands today.

Photo Credit: All photos taken from artists' official Instagram

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    1. The Black Eyed Peas debuted as a group in 1995.
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    2. The Black Eyed Peas now consists of original members 'will.i.am', 'apl.de.ap', 'Taboo', and singer J. Rey Soul (replacing Fergie).
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    3. Will.i.am is known as the founding member, and lead member of the group. He is a rapper, producer and philanthropist.
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    4. Taboo's real name is actually Jaime Luis Gomez. His role in the group also extends to singer-songwriter.
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    5.  apl.de.ap's real name is Allen Pineda Lindo and he is a rapper and producer of Filipino origin.
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    6. They originally debuted as an alternative hip-hop group. It was only later that they transformed into a mainstream pop act.
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    7. They may be one of the most recognisable groups in music now, but it was only in 2003, 8 years after their debut, that they earned high record sales with the album 'Elephunk'.
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    8. The Black Eyed Peas initially included a singer by the name of Kim Hill.
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    9. As a part of their alternative music, they released the album 'Behind the Front' in 1998. It was critically acclaimed for its socially conscious lyrics.
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    10. Their 2009 album, "The E.N.D" won them 3 Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album.

By: Ahalya Narayanan

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