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     The eclectic rapper-songwriter is joined by Robin Thicke, Janelle Monáe and Melanie Fiona for a rousing acoustic set that includes the mega hit "Nothin' On You," plus a cover of MGMT.
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  1. Interview: B.o.B Video: Interview: B.o.B

    B.o.B discusses the challenges of songwriting, his musical influences, and his Unplugged performance.

  2. Photos: B.o.B Photos: Photos: B.o.B

    Check out some of the awesome moments from B.o.B's 'Unplugged' performance.

About B.o.B

Bobby Ray Simmons Jr., aka B.o.B, has had a banner year. In April, his debut album, B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray hit the streets, but the singer was already paving the way for his international success. Released a month earlier, the single "Nothin' on You" featuring Bruno Mars became a smash hit and put him squarely on the music map. But even before then, the eclectic rapper/songwriter with a diverse set of influences including rap, rock and techno was on the cover of The Source with Asher Roth, Charles Hamilton, KiD CuDi and Wale as "Hip-Hop's Class of '09," having already collaborated and guest-appeared on T.I.’s 2008 album Paper Trail. B.o.B fulfilled that promise and then some.

On The Adventures of Bobby Ray, B.o.B brought his all, including a cavalcade of big-name guests such as Hayley Williams of Paramore on the smash hit "Airplanes," Rivers Cuomo of Weezer on the track "Magic" (used to excellent effect in an Adidas commercial), T.I. on the single "Bet I," plus appearances by Lupe Fiasco, Playboy Tre, Ricco Barrino, Janelle Monáe, Bruno Mars, Rich Boy and Eminem. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard charts upon its release, stayed on the charts all year long and currently is the third-best selling hip-hop album of the year -- and there’s still a few months to go.

To top off his amazing year, B.o.B was announced as a performer at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, and, of course, there’s his 'MTV Unplugged,'which cooks and includes its own assorted group of friends stopping by. Robin Thicke stands in for Bruno Mars on "Nothin’ On You," Melanie Fiona sings the hook on "Airplanes" and Janelle Monáe helps B.o.B on his "Kids" medley of the titular Vampire Weekend and MGMT songs. Suffice to say, B.o.B and friends raise the roof, so don't miss this exclusive episode of 'MTV Unplugged.'

Unplugged Archive

  1. TrainTrain

    Watch soulful rock-hitmakers Train as they make their way through an inspired set of songs off their latest album, 'Save Me San Francisco.'

  2. PhoenixPhoenix

    French indie-poppers Phoenix perform hits off their Grammy winning 'Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix' in this infectious Unplugged performance.

  3. The ScriptThe Script

    Irish trio The Script serve up their hit song "Breakeven" and unique blend of "Celtic Soul" in this impassioned Unplugged performance.

  4. Trey SongzTrey Songz

    Sultry R&B singer Trey Songz brings the heat to the 'Unplugged' stage in a performance that will leave you begging for more.

  5. Adam LambertAdam Lambert

    Glam-pop star Adam Lambert delivers a powerful set of stripped-down songs from his debut album 'For Your Entertainment' in this not-to-be-missed 'Unplugged' performance.

  6. Vampire WeekendVampire Weekend

    Ivy-League indie rockers Vampire Weekend refine all the energy, wit and charm of their songs for this pitch-perfect 'MTV Unplugged' performance.

  7. Katy PerryKaty Perry

    Spunky singer-songwriter Katy Perry takes the 'MTV Unplugged' stage armed with jazzy, stripped-down and soulful arrangements of her hit songs. This is a performance not to be missed.

  8. ParamoreParamore

    Watch our favorite punky pop rockers play their hits and songs from their latest album, 'Brand New Eyes,' exclusively for 'MTV Unplugged.'

  9. All Time LowAll Time Low

    Pop rockers All Time Low strip their songs down to just an essential heart beat, exclusively for 'MTV Unplugged.'

  10. Silversun PickupsSilversun Pickups

    Los Angeles based indie rock veterans Silversun Pickups explore the 'creepy, quieter' moments of their songs. Watch exclusive 'MTV Unplugged' performances here.

  11. AdeleAdele

    Soulful Brit chanteuse Adele channels Dusty Springfield in a set of smoking, sepia-tone originals that are just downright nasty, only on 'MTV Unplugged.'

  12. Classic Performances Video: Classic Performances

    Since 1989, the biggest names in music have graced the 'MTV Unplugged' stage. Relive some classic live performances from Nirvana to Jay-Z right here.

  13. Alicia KeysAlicia Keys

    Alicia Keys' elegant 'Unplugged' performance earned her four Grammy nominations. Watch this powerful songbird pull the plug on 'Unbreakable,' and her many other hits.

  14. KornKorn

    Korn is probably the last band in the world you think would do an ‘Unplugged.’ Watch their blistering set featuring cult classic band The Cure and Amy Lee of Evanescence.

  15. Ne-YoNe-Yo

    Watch the smooth, silky hit maker perform "Crazy," "Do You" and more totally live and absolutely 'Unplugged.'

  16. Joss StoneJoss Stone

    Joss Stone strips her British-flavored Soul songs down to their barest, most heartbreaking essentials. Watch all of her hits including ‘Right to Be Wrong' only on 'MTV Unplugged.'

  17. Classic Photos Photos: Classic Photos

    The bands that made 'Unplugged' famous are all here, strutting their stuff on our intimate stage. Relive acoustic moments with Nirvana, Alicia Keys, R.E.M. and many more.

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