New York, NY – October 15, 2024— The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards turned Las Vegas into the epicenter of hip-hop culture, with an unforgettable night that celebrated the genre’s biggest names and chart-topping hits. Kendrick Lamar was the star of the evening, claiming an impressive eight awards, including prestigious categories like Hip Hop Artist of the Year, Lyricist of the Year, and Song of the Year for his massive hit “Not Like Us.”
Metro Boomin and Future also made their mark, each taking home three awards, while The Alchemist secured two wins, reinforcing his status as a top-tier producer in the hip hop world. The night was a blend of powerful performances, nostalgic throwbacks, and a celebration of the club anthems that have defined generations of fans.
Legendary Performances:
Hosted by hip hop icon Fat Joe, who opened the show with his classic hit “Make it Rain,” the tone was set for a high-energy night. Hip hop fans were in for a treat when viral sensation Bossman DLow hyped the crowd with his hit “Shake Dat A** (Twerk Song)” and followed with “Get In With Me.”
The surprises kept coming when Memphis rap legend Juicy J rocked the stage with “SOMN,” before bringing out 2 Chainz to perform their club anthem “Bandz Make Her Dance,” sending the audience into a frenzy at Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub.
Other standout performances included Soulja Boy, who took the audience back to 2007 with his smash hit “Crank That (Soulja Boy),” and Roscoe Dash joining him for “All The Way Turnt Up.” Bay Area legend E-40 also lit up the stage with his hits “Snap Yo Fingers,” “I Don’t F***k with You,” and “Tell Me When to Go.” Newcomer Big Boogie amped up the energy by bringing out GloRilla for their hit single “BOP,” and 2 Chainz closed out the show with an epic performance featuring “Birthday Song” and “I’m Different.”
Honoring Legends & Empowering the Culture:
The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards weren’t just about music, but also about empowering the hip hop community. Congressman Steven Horsford (D-NV) made a powerful appearance on stage, urging the audience to exercise their right to vote and protect their voices in the democratic process.
The highlight of the night was the presentation of the I Am Hip Hop award to Travis Scott, recognized for his transformative contributions to the culture. Travis, known for his hit tracks “FE!N” and “Goosebumps,” expressed his gratitude to his team and fans during his acceptance speech.
Celebrating the Winners:
While performances stole the show, the evening’s biggest moments were the award presentations. The full list of BET Hip Hop Awards 2024 winners include:
- I Am Hip Hop Honoree: Travis Scott
- Best Hip Hop Video: Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
- Best Collaboration: Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar – “Like That”
- Best Duo or Group: Future & Metro Boomin
- Lyricist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar
- Video Director of the Year: Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
- Song of the Year: Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
- Hip Hop Album of the Year: Nicki Minaj – Pink Friday 2
- Hip Hop Artist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar
- Best Live Performer: Missy Elliott
- Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist: Sexyy Red
- Hustler of the Year: 50 Cent
- Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse: Kendrick Lamar – “Like That” (Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar)
- Impact Track: Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
- Producer of the Year: The Alchemist
- DJ of the Year: The Alchemist
- Best Hip Hop Platform: Club Shay Shay
- Best International Flow: Ghetts (UK)
About BET Hip Hop Awards: The BET Hip Hop Awards is an annual celebration of a culture that has reshaped the world, recognizing the best in hip hop music, performances, and the contributions of hip hop legends. It continues to showcase the art form’s global influence, offering fans an unforgettable experience.
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