B.o.B
Bobby Ray Simmons Jr.
B.o.B is an American rapper from Winston-Salem, North Carolina active since 2007.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- Born
- November 15, 1988
- Years active
- 2007–present
Early life
Born in Winston-Salem and raised in Decatur, Georgia, Bobby Simmons was a multi-instrumentalist signed to T.I.'s Grand Hustle.
Career
His debut "B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray" topped the charts with the smashes "Nothin' on You" and "Airplanes," blending rap with pop melody.
Major achievements
He scored a number-one album and multiple multi-platinum singles, earning Grammy nominations.
Legacy
B.o.B helped usher in the melodic, genre-blending pop-rap of the early 2010s.
References
Frequently asked questions about B.o.B
- What is B.o.B known for?
- B.o.B is an American rapper from Winston-Salem, North Carolina active since 2007. B.o.B is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is B.o.B from?
- B.o.B is from Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
- When was B.o.B born?
- B.o.B was born on November 15, 1988, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
- What kind of music does B.o.B make?
- B.o.B's music spans Hip-hop, Pop-rap, and Southern hip-hop.
- Is B.o.B still active?
- Yes — B.o.B has been active since 2007 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has B.o.B been associated with?
- B.o.B has been associated with Grand Hustle and Atlantic.
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