The 17th annual BET Hip-Hop Awards took place on October 8, 2024, at Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub in Las Vegas, celebrating the best in hip-hop across generations. Hosted by New York legend Fat Joe, the event aired on BET and VH1 on October 15. With a star-studded lineup of performers and nominees, it was a night to remember.
Megan Thee Stallion led the nominations with 12 nods, following the release of her self-titled album. Kendrick Lamar, who had a headline-grabbing year with his rivalry against Drake, received 11 nominations and won big, taking home multiple awards, including Hip Hop Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Not Like Us.” Drake received eight nominations, while other prominent names such as 21 Savage, Cardi B, Future, and GloRilla were also featured.
The night saw electrifying performances from stars like 2 Chainz, GloRilla, Juicy J, and Trina, while top artists battled for the industry’s most coveted honors. Here’s the complete list of winners at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards:
Major Award Winners
- Hip Hop Artist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar
- Song of the Year: “Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar
- Hip Hop Album of the Year: Pink Friday 2, Nicki Minaj
- Best Hip Hop Video: “Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar
- Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist: Sexyy Red
- Best Collaboration: “Like That,” Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar
- Best Duo or Group: Future & Metro Boomin
- Best Live Performer: Missy Elliott
- Lyricist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar
- Video Director of the Year: Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
- Producer of the Year: The Alchemist
- DJ of the Year: The Alchemist
- Best Hip Hop Platform: Club Shay Shay
- Hustler of the Year: 50 Cent
- Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse: Kendrick Lamar, “Like That”
- Impact Track: “Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar
- Best International Flow: Ghetts, UK
Megan Thee Stallion and Kendrick Lamar’s domination at this year’s ceremony showcased the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, with emerging stars like Sexyy Red making a significant impact. As the genre continues to grow globally, with artists like Ghetts from the UK winning Best International Flow, the BET Hip-Hop Awards once again highlighted the best of hip-hop culture.
