Beyonce Knowles started performing as a child, but first rose to fame as a member of the R&B girl group Destiny’s Child and has gone on to sell over 200 million records worldwide as a solo artist. Widely considered one of the greatest musical artists of all time, Beyonce has won nearly every award in the music industry and beyond. An inspiration to millions, the life of Beyonce is indeed proof that Black history matters. Black History Heroes shares the lives and inspirations of black men and women who changed the world, yesterday, today, and for tomorrow. Written by acclaimed, former pro-baseball player, inspirational speaker, and author Chris Singleton.