Kendrick Lamar and Nicki Minaj took home the top honors in the hip-hop category at the 2024 BET Awards
Kendrick Lamar and Nicki Minaj took home the top honors in the hip-hop category at the 2024 BET Awards, winning Best Male and Female Hip-Hop Artist respectively. Lamar won against a strong lineup of competitors, including Drake, J. Cole, and Lil Wayne, while Minaj beat out Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and Latto, among others. This marks Minaj’s first win in the Best Female Hip-Hop Artist category in eight years.
Additionally, Victoria Monet won the BET Her honor for her empowering song “On My Mama”, which also earned her the Video of the Year award. The BET Her category recognizes motivational and uplifting songs by female artists, and Monet’s win was well-received by the audience.
The night was filled with memorable moments, including Will Smith’s energetic performance of his new song “You Can Make It”. The performance was a highlight of the show, which celebrated outstanding contributions to the music industry.
The 2024 BET Awards also saw other notable wins, including Usher’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Tyla’s Best New Artist award. The show was a celebration of music, culture, and excellence, and the winners were a testament to the talent and hard work of artists in the industry.