In this list of 10 Artists Who Are Better Off Solo, we highlight some famous singers who made a smart move when the decided to ditch their old groups or bandmates.

Strength in numbers is an idea that's worked well in music over the years, from the basic idea of the rock band, to girl groups and boy bands -- the group dynamic is a tried and true one. But sometimes an artist goes solo and their career really takes off, proving that sometimes you are just better off alone.

In this list of 10 Artists Who Are Better Off Solo, we take a look at a selection of pop stars, including Beyonce, Michael Jackson and Justin Timberlake, who found immense success once they ventured out on their own.

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