In an interview with MTV, he said that he wanted to distinguish himself from the other rappers, who had the word in their moniker: In 2002, after finishing production on his debut film Like Mike and releasing his cover of ' Basketball' for the film's soundtrack, Bow Wow chose to drop the 'Lil' from his name completely and continue his career simply as Bow Wow. Background įollowing the release of his sophomore album Doggy Bag (2001), Lil' Bow Wow achieved minor success on the Top R&B Singles charts, with ' Thank You' and ' Take Ya Home'.

The album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in September 2003. Despite the mixed critical reception it was a commercial success, debuting at number three on the Billboard 200 and selling 120,000 copies in its first week. It received mixed reviews from critics, who felt that despite the changes in flow, production and lyrics, Bow Wow didn't distinguish himself enough to stand out from other rappers. Unleashed was supported by two singles: ' Let's Get Down' and ' My Baby'. It is Bow Wow's only album without assistance or production from his mentor Jermaine Dupri, and the first album where he dropped the 'Lil' from his stage name after his film debut in Like Mike (2002).

The album features guest appearances from Amerie, Baby, Mario and Jagged Edge, with its production handled by Bink!, The Neptunes, Jazze Pha, Swizz Beatz and Lil Jon, among others. Recording sessions for the album took place from 2002 to 2003.

It was released on August 19, 2003, by Columbia Records. Unleashed is the third studio album by American rapper Bow Wow.

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