Who Was the Lead Singer of Fifth Harmony
Fifth Harmony did not have a single designated lead singer; the group operated as a five-member vocal ensemble where Ally Brooke, Normani, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jauregui, and Camila Cabello shared lead and featured vocal roles across their catalog. The group was assembled during the second season of The X Factor USA in 2012 and signed with Syco Music and Epic Records, a joint venture between Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment and Sony Music, as detailed on the official Epic Records artist roster page Epic Records Official Site. Each member took lead on specific songs and verses, with Ally Brooke frequently handling opening vocals on tracks such as "Work from Home," while Camila Cabello often fronted the chorus on singles like "Sledgehammer" and "Hey Ma."
Before the group solidified its lineup, the original five contestants were mentored by Simon Cowell and later by record executive L.A. Reid, who served as a judge and executive producer during the show's second season. The group's name evolved from "Lylas" to "Fifth Harmony" after a public vote, and they released their debut extended play, Better Together, in 2013 under Syco Music and Epic Records, charting on the Billboard 200 and the Top Digital Albums chart. Their self-titled third studio album, Fifth Harmony, released in 2017, marked a shift toward a more mature pop and R&B sound, with each member receiving individual songwriting credits on multiple tracks.
Fifth Harmony Lineup Changes and Camila Cabello's Departure
Camila Cabello Leaves the Group
Camila Cabello announced her departure from Fifth Harmony in December 2016, citing a desire to pursue a solo career, a decision confirmed by the group's public statement and later detailed in interviews and her solo debut album Camila, released in January 2018 under Epic Records and Syco Music Sony Music Official Site. Her exit reduced the group to a four-member lineup, and the remaining members continued touring and releasing music, including the singles "Down" featuring Cardi B and "He Like That," both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and the Mainstream Top 40 charts.
Following Camila's departure, Ally Brooke, Normani, Dinah Jane, and Lauren Jauregui continued as a quartet, releasing the single "Angel" in August 2017 and the album 7/27 (Deluxe) with updated credits reflecting the new lineup. The group's management and label strategy shifted, with the members focusing more on individual projects while maintaining the Fifth Harmony brand, as noted in industry coverage from outlets such as Forbes Forbes Official Site. The group officially entered an indefinite hiatus in 2018, with each member signing solo deals with major labels and management firms, including Ally Brooke with Atlantic Records and Lauren Jauregui with Columbia Records.
Solo Careers and Current Projects of Former Fifth Harmony Members
Ally Brooke
Ally Brooke signed with Atlantic Records and released solo singles such as "Low Key" and "Lips Don't Lie," which charted on the Billboard Mainstream Top 40 and the Dance/Mix Show Airplay charts. She has also pursued television hosting and live performance opportunities, including appearances on shows and events that highlight her vocal range and pop music style.
Normani, Dinah Jane, and Lauren Jauregui
Normani signed with RCA Records and released solo singles like "Motivation" and "Wild Side