The Spice Girls were a dominant force in the 1990’s.

The group also made their mark in fashion with platform sneakers and boots galore.

According to theBBC, Geri Halliwell’s iconic Union Jack minidress was made from tea towels.

Spice Girls Billboard Music awards 1997

As of this writing, the Spice Girls' legacy continues with reunion tours.

But back in the beginning, everything started with a single open audition.

She wanted to return to her first love: the theater.

Spice Girls “Wannabe” record and album cover

However, Michelle’s departure from the group may not have been exclusively her idea.

TheDaily Starreports that she released “SHESongs,” a six-song EP, in 2003.