Behind The Scenes Of John Legend And The Roots New Music Video [Photos]

John Legend was ultra excited about shooting the video for he and The Roots' new single.

The video is for their new song "Wake Up Everybody" that features Melanie Fiona and Common and is the first single off of The Roots and John's collaborative album Wake Up due in stores September 21, 2010.

The singer tweeted photos from the shoot that took place near downtown Brooklyn earlier today. The weather here in BK was insane. I'm talking thunderstorms and heavy rain but it seems that they all pulled through it.

On set were Questlove, Melanie Fiona, Common and of course John...

Maybe it is the matchmaker in me, but wouldn't Common and Melanie make a great looking couple? Here, let me turn that mental picture into something more concrete...

So adorable.

No word on when the video will premiere.

Did We Forget To Acknowledge That Melanie Fiona Is Getting Deserved Recognition?

BET has been getting a pretty bad rap following the announcement of this year’s nominees. Yes, some of the nominees had no business being on the list but hey, we are here now and perhaps we should try to see the positive in it all.

One of those positives is Melanie Fiona – a great singer with a great voice that is nominated for 4 awards this year.

New Melanie Fiona Album Coming This Fall

Melanie is ready to head back in the studio to put out another certified album. The singer that was recently nominated for a Grammy is not looking to take any breaks and is prepared to ride on her current wave of success.

Melanie told Vibe that the album is slated for a Fall release and will show her exploring a more Rock and Hip-Hop side of the spectrum.

Though she assures that she will still hang on to her soulful roots, she is looking to grow as an artist by exploring all that music has to offer.

"It’s still going to have a lot of the soul influence," she says. "I kind of want to explore a rock, more hip-hop kind of side. That's going to be fun, creating something new."

Definitely excited for Melanie's new album. Her debut The Bridge is really a great album from the first track to the last...I am head over heels in love with "Johnny" and of course "It Kills Me."

Melanie Fiona will be embarking on a tour with Alicia Keys via Alicia's "Element" tour that is scheduled to kick off in two weeks in Quebec, Canada.

Melanie Fiona Covers Bob Marley's 'Redemption Song'

Here is a video of Melanie Fiona covering Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" the same song that was covered by Rihanna live on Oprah.

All I have to say is that I would not mind purchasing this for a $1 iTunes *shrugs*.

Morning Ear Candy: Melanie Fiona 'Monday Morning'

"this flower needs somewhere to go

no room to grow

all these dusty roads

i got two tickets and a dream

8:15 ill save you a seat"

If you haven't already, Melanie Fiona's The Bridge is a must have.

How appropriate is this song for today?!

Yummy Pix: Melanie Fiona's Photoshoot for The Source Magazine

Melanie Fiona will appear in the new issue of The Source Magazine that hits stands January 20. Check out the behind the scenes footage of the photoshoot after the jump.

MORNING SOUL FOOD: MELANIE FIONA 'JOHNNY' #MM

Melanie Fiona is really an amazing artist that brings much needed diversity to the table. Her style is very original and her voice is even more refreshing. It is no wonder why she was nominated for a Grammy Award for her song "It Kills Me."

This single "Johnny" off of The Bridge is just more proof that she is one of a kind, I'm addicted to it.

If you haven't picked up her debut album The Bridge, I urge that you do. It is well worth the money and you won't regret it.

Melanie Fiona sings in subways

It don't get more real than that. This is one of the reasons why I like Melanie Fiona. Besides the fact that she is an amazing singer, she comes off as very humble and down to earth and honestly that kind of characteristic seems to be a lost art in music today.

In the video above, Melanie takes a trip to the subways of New York to link up with musicians to recreate some of the songs off of her album. Not too many artists are willing to get that real and precise, then again not too many artists are willing to sing live anywhere except for a studio.

Melanie's debut album The Bridge is scheduled to drop in November.

Video Premiere: Melanie Fiona-It Kills Me

Here is the new video from Melanie Fiona for her song "It Kills Me" off of her album The Bridge in stores now.

I really adore this girl. Her voice is so original and so is her style plus she has a soulful and genuine aura about her. Definitely a much needed relief.

Cutie Adam Rodriguez makes an appearance in the video as Melanie's leading man. They would make a cute couple, no?

Video Rating: A yummy B+.

Artists you need to know: Melanie Fiona

Melanie Fiona is a M.Y.'s "Artists You Need To Know" pick. I hardly ever vouch for new artists unless I felt they were worth it and Ms. Fiona is definitely worth it.

Mark my words, Melanie is about to make a name for herself and will more than likely land herself in the number one spot. Here she is performing her song "Give It To Me Right" in London. The song is off of her album The Bridge in stores now.