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3LW
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Background information
Also known as 3 Little Women, 3LDub, 2LW
Origin Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres R&B, hip hop, hip hop soul
Years active 1999–2007
Labels Epic (1999-2003)
So So Def (2003-2007)
Associated acts Lil' Wayne, Jermaine Dupri, The Cheetah Girls, Loon, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Yo Gotti, Yung Joc
Past members Adrienne Bailon (1999–2007)
Kiely Williams (1999–2007)
Naturi Naughton (1999–2002)
Jessica Benson (2002–2007)

3LW (which stands for Three Little Women) was an American girl group. The group formed in 1999 in Newark, New Jersey. Its original members were Naturi Naughton, Adrienne Bailon, and Kiely Williams. They were known for their R&B and hip hop music.

In August 2002, Naturi Naughton left the group. The remaining members looked for a new singer. Jessica Benson joined 3LW in December 2002. The group continued to make music until they officially disbanded in 2007.

Who Were the Members?

The group 3LW had four members during its time together. Three members were always in the group at any one time.

  • Adrienne Bailon was born on October 24, 1983, in Manhattan, New York, U.S.
  • Kiely Williams was born on July 9, 1986, in Alexandria, Virginia, United States.
  • Naturi Naughton was born on May 20, 1984, in East Orange, New Jersey. She was an original member.
  • Jessica Benson was born in 1988 in Severn, Maryland. She joined the group in 2002.

Their Music and Albums

3LW released several albums during their career. Their music was a mix of R&B and hip hop, which was very popular in the early 2000s.

Studio Albums

  • 2000: 3LW
  • 2002: A Girl Can Mack
  • 2002: Naughty or Nice

Other Music Projects

  • 2005: Neva Get Enuf

Awards and Achievements

3LW received several awards and nominations for their music. This shows how popular and successful they were.

Year Award
2001 Soul Train Music Award Won for "Best New R&B or Hip-Hop Artist"
Soul Train Music Award Won for "Album of the Year"
BET Award Nominated for Best Female Group
2002 BET Award Nominated for Best Female Group
2003 BET Award Nominated for Best Female Group
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