How to Celebrate Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary with the BET Awards 2023


Hip-hop is more than just a genre of music. It's a culture, a movement, and a way of life. And this year, it's celebrating its 50th anniversary. That's why the BET Awards 2023 was a night to remember. The show honored the achievements and contributions of hip-hop artists, actors, athletes, and more. It also featured some of the most amazing performances and speeches ever seen on the BET stage.


If you missed the show or want to relive the highlights, here's everything you need to know about the BET Awards 2023.

 The Host


The show was hosted by none other than Taraji P. Henson, the award-winning actress and star of Empire. She brought her charisma, humor, and style to the show, and kept the audience entertained with her witty remarks and hilarious skits. She also paid tribute to some of the hip-hop legends and icons who inspired her, such as Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, and Lil' Kim.

The Performers


The show was packed with incredible performances by some of the biggest names in music. From Lizzo's opening number "About Damn Time" to Kendrick Lamar's closing act "N95", the show was a showcase of hip-hop's diversity and creativity.


Some of the other performers who rocked the stage were:


- Lil Nas X, who sang his hit songs "Montero (Call Me by Your Name)" and "Industry Baby" with Jack Harlow

- Megan Thee Stallion, who rapped her hit songs "Savage" and "WAP" with Cardi B

- Burna Boy, who performed a tribute to Fela Kuti, the Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer

- Patti LaBelle, who performed a tribute to Tina Turner, the legendary rock and soul singer

- Busta Rhymes, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award and performed a medley of his classic songs with Remy Ma, Coi Leray, BIA, Cutty Ranks, Dexta Daps, M.O.P., Rah Digga, Scar Lip Spice, Super Cat, Swizz Beatz, and more


## The Winners


The show also recognized the best of the best in various categories, such as music, film, television, and sports. The winners were chosen by a panel of experts and by the fans through online voting.


Some of the winners who took home the coveted trophies were:


- Drake, who won seven awards out of his seven nominations, including Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Group (with 21 Savage), Best Collaboration (with Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow for "Industry Baby"), and Album of the Year (for Her Loss)

- SZA, who won three awards out of her four nominations, including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Video of the Year (for "Kill Bill"), and Album of the Year (for SOS)

- Beyoncé, who won three awards out of her four nominations, including Viewer's Choice Award and BET Her Award (both for "Break My Soul")

- Latto, who won Best Female Hip-Hop Artist out of her five nominations

- Jalen Hurts, who won Sportsman of the Year

- Angel Reese, who won Sportswoman of the Year

- Burna Boy, who won Best International Act

- Coco Jones, who won Best New Artist

- Teyana Taylor, who won Video Director of the Year


## The Highlights


The show was full of memorable moments that made us laugh, cry, cheer, and dance. Some of the highlights that we can't stop talking about are:


- Taraji P. Henson's hilarious impersonations of Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, DaBaby,

and more

- Lil Nas X's kiss with one of his dancers at the end of his performance

- Megan Thee Stallion's acceptance speech for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, where she thanked her fans,

her team, and her late mother

- Busta Rhymes' emotional speech for his Lifetime Achievement Award,

where he thanked his family,

his friends,

his mentors,

and his fans for their support

and gave valuable advice to the other rappers present there

- Patti LaBelle's powerful rendition of Tina Turner's "The Best"

- Kendrick Lamar's surprise appearance and performance of his new song "N95"


The BET Awards 2023 was a night to celebrate hip-hop's 50th anniversary. It was a night of great music, great performances, and great speeches. The show was a reminder of the power of hip-hop and its impact on culture.