Studio Album · No. 4
Destiny Fulfilled Songwriting Credits by Destiny's Child
Produced by Beyoncé Knowles, Rodney Jerkins, Sean Garrett, Rich Harrison, 9th Wonder, Andre Harris, Vidal Davis, Solange Knowles, Bryan Michael Cox, Kendrick Dean, Rockwilder, Big Drawers, Juanita Wynn, Mario Winans, Erron Williams, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams · Engineered by Jim Caruana, Vincent DiLorenzo, Eric Hunter, Tony Maserati, Dave Pensado, Dexter Simmons, Phil Tan
Holds writing credit on 11 of 11 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 11 / 11 documented
Scored across the 11 tracks with documented writers, by whether Destiny's Child carries a lyricist or composer credit.
Share of the 11 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
By the Numbers
Awards & Recognition 4
On its final studio album the group worked as a true collective, with Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams sharing songwriting credits across the record and all three credited as executive producers. Beyoncé additionally handled vocal production. The members built the songs alongside an outside roster that included Rodney Jerkins, Sean Garrett, Rich Harrison, Bryan-Michael Cox, and the production duo Dre & Vidal. The shared writing and executive-producer roles made it the most evenly authored album of the group's catalog.
Destiny Fulfilled is the fourth and final studio album by Destiny's Child, released on November 8, 2004 by Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams. The R&B album included elements of soul, dance, and hip hop, with production from Rodney Jerkins, Rockwilder, 9th Wonder, Sean Garrett, Rich Harrison, and Bryan-Michael Cox. Its lead single "Lose My Breath" peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100, the T.I. and Lil Wayne collaboration "Soldier" also reached number three, while "Cater 2 U" peaked at number 14 and "Girl" at number 23. The album peaked at number two on the Billboard 200, was certified triple platinum by the RIAA, and sold more than seven million copies worldwide, ranking as the eighth best-selling album globally in 2004. It marked the group's last studio release before they announced their disbandment during the supporting world tour in June 2005.
Track Listing & Credits 11 tracks
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lose My Breath
#3
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettLaShawn DanielsRodney JerkinsFred Jerkins IIIShawn Corey Carter | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettLaShawn DanielsRodney JerkinsFred Jerkins IIIShawn Corey Carter | Beyoncé KnowlesRodney JerkinsKelly RowlandSean Garrett | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 2 |
Soldier
#3
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettRich HarrisonDwayne Michael Carter Jr.Clifford Joseph Harris Jr. | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettRich HarrisonDwayne Michael Carter Jr.Clifford Joseph Harris Jr. | Beyoncé KnowlesRich Harrison | T.I.Lil Wayne |
| 3 |
Cater 2 U
#14
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsRodney JerkinsRic RudeRobert Waller | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsRodney JerkinsRic RudeRobert Waller | Beyoncé KnowlesRodney JerkinsRic RudeKelly RowlandMichelle Williams | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 4 |
T-Shirt
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettAngela BeyincéAndre HarrisVidal Davis | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettAngela BeyincéAndre HarrisVidal Davis | Beyoncé KnowlesAndre HarrisVidal DavisSean Garrett | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 5 |
Is She the Reason
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettPatrick DouthitVictor CarstarphenGene McFaddenJohn Whitehead | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettPatrick DouthitVictor CarstarphenGene McFaddenJohn Whitehead | Beyoncé Knowles9th WonderSean Garrett | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 6 |
Girl
#23
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettPatrick DouthitAngela BeyincéDon DavisEddie Robinson | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettPatrick DouthitAngela BeyincéDon DavisEddie Robinson | Beyoncé Knowles9th WonderKelly Rowland | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 7 |
Bad Habit
|
Kelly RowlandBryan Michael CoxKendrick DeanSolange Piaget Knowles | Kelly RowlandBryan Michael CoxKendrick DeanSolange Piaget Knowles | Solange KnowlesBryan Michael CoxKendrick Dean | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 8 |
If
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsDana StinsonCharles JacksonMarvin Yancy | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsDana StinsonCharles JacksonMarvin YancyBig Drawers | Beyoncé KnowlesRockwilderJuanita WynnBig Drawers | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 9 |
Free
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsDana StinsonLarry MizellFonce MizellJames Carter | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsDana StinsonLarry MizellFonce MizellJames CarterBig Drawers | Beyoncé KnowlesRockwilder | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 10 |
Through with Love
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettMario Shawn Winans | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsSean GarrettMario Shawn Winans | Beyoncé KnowlesMario Winans | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |
| 11 |
Love
|
Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsAngela BeyincéErron Williams | Kelly RowlandBeyoncé KnowlesMichelle WilliamsAngela BeyincéErron Williams | Beyoncé KnowlesErron Williams | Beyoncé Knowles (Lead Vocals)Kelly Rowland (Lead Vocals)Michelle Williams (Vocals) |