Rihanna’s ready to return to the stage. The once embattled pop princess will take the stage at the 2009 American Music Awards in her first solo public performance since being assaulted by former flame Chris Brown last February.

The “Russian Roulette” singer joins a hit list of previously announced performers, including Adam Lambert, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and The Black Eyed Peas.

Rihanna’s AMA return will come one day before the release of the pop diva’s fourth album, Rated R.

The 2009 American Music Awards will air Nov. 22 @ 8PM on ABC.