The Black Eyed Peas

The Profile

Black Eyed Peas are an American group from Los Angeles formed by will.i.am, apl.de.ap and Taboo. With Fergie joining in 2002, they achieved global success with Elephunk, Monkey Business and later the EDM-leaning The E.N.D.

Core members: will.i.am, apl.de.ap, Taboo; past member: Fergie. Known for chart‑topping singles like Where Is the Love?, My Humps, Boom Boom Pow and I Gotta Feeling, and for shifting from hip hop/pop‑rap to club‑ready electronic pop.

Four reviews chart BEP’s journey from Elephunk’s radio dominance to Monkey Business’s style-hopping collaborations and The Beginning’s EDM sheen. One reviewer slams Elephunk as derivative, while two praise Monkey Business for variety and hooks. The Beginning is framed as a shiny sequel to The E.N.D., heavy on auto‑tune and club instincts. Dance floors cheer; purists grumble.