The 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards celebrated the best in rap and hip-hop, with some of the genre’s biggest stars taking home top honors.
Kendrick Lamar dominated the night, winning multiple awards, including “Lyricist of the Year” and “Best Live Performer,” solidifying his position as one of the most influential rappers of the decade.
Travis Scott also had a big night, taking home awards for “Album of the Year” and “Best Collaboration.”
Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj, who continues to make waves in the industry, snagged the “Best Female Hip-Hop Artist” award, and newcomer Sexyy Red won “Best Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist.”
While American artists claimed most of the night’s accolades, notable African acts Burna Boy and Odumodublvck missed out on awards despite strong nominations.
This year’s awards highlighted a mix of established names and rising stars, showcasing the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop.
Fans can expect the full winners list to spark further conversations about who truly ruled the stage and the charts this year.
Here is the complete list of winners for the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards:
- Best Hip-Hop Artist:
Winner: Kendrick Lamar
Nominees: 21 Savage, Burna Boy, Drake, Future, J. Cole, Gunna, Lil Wayne
2. Best Hip-Hop Album:
Winner: Kendrick Lamar – “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers”
Nominees: Drake – “For All The Dogs”, Metro Boomin – “Heroes & Villains”, Gunna – “A Gift & A Curse”, Nicki Minaj – “Pink Friday 2”, Travis Scott – “Utopia”
3. Best Collaboration:
Winner: Lil Durk feat. J. Cole – “All My Life”
Nominees: Drake feat. SZA & Sexyy Red – “Rich Baby Daddy”, Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice – “Barbie World”, Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion – “Bongos”
4. Song of the Year:
Winner: Ice Spice – “Princess Diana”
Nominees: Gunna – “fukumean”, Lil Durk feat. J. Cole – “All My Life”, Drake feat. SZA – “Rich Flex”
5. Best New Hip-Hop Artist:
Winner: Sexyy Red
Nominees: Ayra Starr, 41, October London, Fridayy
6. Best Hip-Hop Video:
Winner: Lil Durk feat. J. Cole – “All My Life”
Nominees: Drake feat. SZA – “Rich Baby Daddy”, Doja Cat – “Agora Hills”, Victoria Monét – “On My Mama”
