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Bobby Valentino

Born in Mississippi but raised in Atlanta, smooth R&B crooner Bobby Valentino had a hard time convincing his skeptical parents that the music business was the place for him. When the 16-year-old Valentino, who was then known by his real name Bobby Wilson, hooked up with the Organized Noize Productions team, his parents knew he was serious and that his dream of a record deal was entirely possible.

With a group of friends, Valentino formed Mista, a Boyz II Men-styled singing group that made some waves with their "Blackberry Molasses" single. The group's self-titled album appeared in 1996, but failed to match the single's success. A second unreleased album was recorded with producer Timbaland's help, but management problems split the group and Valentino decided to...
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