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The Best Episodes of Unsung Season 5

Every episode of Unsung Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Unsung Season 5!

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Unsung is an hour-long music documentary program that premiered on TV One on November 27, 2008. It celebrates the lives and careers of artists or groups sharing their triumphs, their tribulations, and their truth. It

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Unsung Season 5 Episode 1 - Sheila E.
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    #1 - Sheila E.

    S5:E1

    Documenting the rise and career of drummer and percussionist Sheila E. Interviews with Sheila E., Pete Escovedo, Juan Escovedo, Peter Michael Escovedo, Zina Escovedo, M.C. Hammer, Karl Perazzo, George Duke, Al Jarreau, Michael Cooper (of Con Funk Shun), Cliff Winston, Ray Obiedo, and D'wayne Wiggins. Postponed from an earlier date (February 20, 2012)

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Unsung Season 5 Episode 2 - David Ruffin
    9.0/10(24 votes)

    #2 - David Ruffin

    S5:E2

    Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B performer David Ruffin. Interviews with Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards (of The Temptations), Cornelius Grant, Clay McMurray, Robert Penn, Shelly Berger, and Larry Buford. Postponed from an earlier date (February 27, 2012). David Ruffin was a pivotal member of the Motown group "The Temptations. This was the highest rated episode of the season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Unsung Season 5 Episode 3 - Whodini
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #3 - Whodini

    S5:E3

    Documenting the rise and career of pioneering rap group Whodini. Interviews with Hassan Pore, Jalil Hutchins, Ralph McDaniels, John Fletcher, Grandmaster Dee, Kangol Kid, Roy Comier, Stretch, Michael Bivins, Chuck D, Dana Dane, Doctor Ice, and Nelson George. Postponed from an earlier date (March 5, 2012)

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Unsung Season 5 Episode 4 - Sly and the Family Stone
    8.9/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Sly and the Family Stone

    S5:E4

    Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of music group Sly and the Family Stone. Interviews with Sly Stone, Cynthia Robinson, Greg Errico, Jerry Martini (of Sly and the Family Stone), Stephen Paley, Novena Carmel, Clive Davis, Hamp "Bubba" Banks, and Jeff Kaliss. Original bassist Larry Graham did not appear in the documentary.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Unsung Season 5 Episode 5 - Angela Bofill
    8.5/10(15 votes)

    #5 - Angela Bofill

    S5:E5

    Documenting the career and troubles of Jazz/R&B singer-songwriter Angela Bofill. Interviews with Angela Bofill, Buddy Williams, Dave Valentin, Frank Martin, Narada Michael Walden, Maysa Leak, Jeanie Tracy, Francisco Coteno, Melba Moore, and Rich Engel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Unsung Season 5 Episode 6 - Con Funk Shun
    8.5/10(14 votes)

    #6 - Con Funk Shun

    S5:E6

    Documenting the rise and careers of the R&B/funk music group Con Funk Shun. Interviews with Dennis Johnson, Danny "Sweetman" Thomas, Felton Pilate, Larry Dodson (of The Bar Kays), Michael Cooper, Zebulun Pauelle Harrell, Karl Fuller, Paul Mack, Peter Michael Escovedo, Cedric Martin, Rickey Vincent, Linda Lou McCall, Jay King, Melvin Carter, and MC Hammer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Unsung Season 5 Episode 7 - Kool Moe Dee
    7.7/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Kool Moe Dee

    S5:E7

    Documenting the rise and career of pioneer rap vocalist Kool Moe Dee. Interviews with Kool Moe Dee, LA Sunshine, Special K (of the Treacherous Three), Busy Bee Starski, Melle Mel, Doug E. Fresh, Teddy Riley, Quincy Jones, and Lavaba Mallison.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Unsung Season 5 Episode 8 - Marvelettes
    9.3/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Marvelettes

    S5:E8

    Documenting the rise and turbulent decline of Motown group the Marvelettes. Interviews with Katherine Anderson Shaffner, Wanda Young Rogers, Ann Bogan, Wyanetta "Juanita" Cowart (of the Marvelettes), Otis Williams (of The Temptations), Georgia Dobbins, Robert Bateman, Mary Wilson (of The Supremes), Joe Billingslea (of The Contours), Eddie Holland, Dyana Williams, Janie Bradford, and David Washington.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Unsung Season 5 Episode 9 - Arrested Development
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Arrested Development

    S5:E9

    Documenting the careers of alternative hip hop group Arrested Development. Interviews with Speech, Rasa Don, Aerle Taree, One Love, Eshe Mothsho, Dionne Farris, JJ Boogie, Tasha LaRae (of Arrested Development), Michael Mauldin, Steven Ivory, Jason Orr, Gil Robertson IV, and Kelley L. Carter.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Unsung Season 5 Episode 10 - Gerald Levert
    8.5/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Gerald Levert

    S5:E10

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Unsung Season 5 Episode 11 - Isaac Hayes
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Isaac Hayes

    S5:E11

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Unsung Season 5 Episode 12 - Midnight Star
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Midnight Star

    S5:E12

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Unsung Season 5 Episode 13 - EPMD
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - EPMD

    S5:E13

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Unsung Season 5 Episode 14 - Lou Rawls
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Lou Rawls

    S5:E14

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Unsung Season 5 Episode 15 - Disco Parts 1 and 2
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Disco Parts 1 and 2

    S5:E15

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Unsung Season 5 Episode 16 - Eddie Kendricks
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Eddie Kendricks

    S5:E16

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Unsung Season 5 Episode 17 - The Whispers
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - The Whispers

    S5:E17

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Unsung Season 5 Episode 18 - Mint Condition
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Mint Condition

    S5:E18

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Unsung Season 5 Episode 19 - Johnny Gill
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Johnny Gill

    S5:E19

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Sheila E." is the best rated episode of "Unsung" season 5. It scored 8.5/10 based on 11 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/27/2012. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "David Ruffin".