BET Hip Hop Awards 2023: Kendrick Lamar Sweeps Awards, BET Celebrates Black Music and Culture

BET Hip Hop Awards 2023

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On October 4, 2023, in the Cobb Energy Centre in Atlanta, Georgia host the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards. Hip-hop icons Kendrick Lamar, Cardi B, Lil Baby, and Megan Thee Stallion were among the performers during the celebration, which was hosted by comedian Lil Duval.

At the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards, every performer was at the top of their game. Kendrick Lamar captivated the audience with his performance of his brand-new song “N95,” Cardi B stunned the crowd with “WAP,” Lil Baby delivered a forceful performance of his track “The Bigger Picture,” and Megan Thee Stallion displayed her talents with a twerk-filled performance of her hit song “Thot Shit.”

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How BET Hip Hop Awards Supports Black Music and Its Black Community

BET has always been a strong supporter of black music and its black community. The network has been a platform for black artists to showcase their talents and to tell their stories for decades. The BET Hip Hop Awards are just one example of how BET supports black music and its black community. The awards show is a celebration of black culture and hip hop music, and it is a platform for black artists to be recognized and celebrated.

BET has a long history of airing black music videos, including videos from both established and up-and-coming artists.
BET produces a number of original programs that focus on black music and black culture, such as “106 & Park,” “The Rap Game,” and “Black Girls Rock!”
BET supports black artists through its various awards shows, such as the BET Awards, the BET Black Girls Rock! Awards, and the BET Hip Hop Awards.
BET is a vocal advocate for social justice and racial equality. The network has used its platform to raise awareness of important issues such as police brutality, mass incarceration, and voting rights.

BET is a valuable asset to the black community, and the network’s support of black music and black culture is essential. The BET Hip Hop Awards are just one example of how BET celebrates black culture and gives a platform to be heard.

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Here are the winners of the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards:

Album of the Year: Kendrick Lamar – Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers

Duo or Group:  Drake & 21 Savage

Song of the Year: Kendrick Lamar – N95

Hip Hop Artist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar

New Hip Hop Artist: GloRilla

Female Hip Hop Artist: Cardi B

Male Hip Hop Artist: Kendrick Lamar

Impact Track: Kendrick Lamar – All My Life

Video Director of the Year: Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar

DJ of the Year: Metro Boomin

Producer of the Year: Metro Boomin

Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse: Cardi B – No Love (Lost) (feat. SZA)

Best Live Performer: Kendrick Lamar

Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist: Ice Spice

Lyricist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar

International Flow: Black Sherif

Best Hip Hop Platform: Hot 97

Hustler of the Year: Master P

Impact Track: Kendrick Lamar – All My Life

Cultural Influence Award: Swizz Beatz Timbaland

I Am Hip Hop Award: Marley Marl