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2020 BET Hip Hop Awards Full Winners List & Blazing Performances
It’s a wrap for another year of the BET Hip Hop Awards. Despite being in the middle of a pandemic, the awards show went on without a hitch and brought performances from some of the hottest (and rising) artists in the genre. City Girls performed two tracks, “Kitty Talk” and “Jobs,” while rocking skintight catsuits as Burna Boy and Chris Martin delivered a powerful performance of “Monsters You Made.” Big Sean, Jhené Aiko, and Ty Dolla $ign came together for “Body Language” while Mulatto and Gucci Mane collided for a down south medley. Lil Baby and 42 Dugg opened things up with “We Paid” while Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz closed the show with “Money Maker,” and Tobe Nwigwe advised people to “Try Jesus, Not Me.”
As far as the winners are concerned, Megan Thee Stallion took home four wins tonight, including two for her “Savage (Remix)” with Beyoncé as well as Hustler of the Year and Hip Hop Artist of the Year. Best Duo Or Group went to Young Thug and Chris Brown, Hip Hop Album of the Year was snagged by Roddy Ricch for Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial, Lil Baby won Impact Track for “The Bigger Picture,” and Drake and Future can celebrate winning Best Hip Hop Video for “Life is Good.” Read through all of the 2020 BET Hip Hop Award winners and watch all of the performances below.
Make sure to also check out our story about the cyphers featuring Rapsody, Jack Harlow, Polo G, Flo Milli, Chika, Deante Hitchcock, Adé, Buddy, and Flawless Real Talk.
LYRICIST OF THE YEAR
Big Sean
DaBaby
Drake
J. Cole
Megan Thee Stallion
Rapsody
BEST HIP HOP VIDEO
“BOP” – DaBaby
“Rockstar” – DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch
“Toosie Slide” – Drake
“Life Is Good” – Future feat. Drake
“The Bigger Picture” – Lil Baby
“The Box” – Roddy Ricch
BEST COLLABORATION
“Rockstar” – DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch
“Life Is Good” – Future feat. Drake
“WHATS POPPIN (Remix)” – Jack Harlow feat. Tory Lanez, DaBaby & Lil Wayne
“Savage (Remix)” – Megan Thee Stallion feat. Beyoncé
“Hot Girl Summer” – Megan Thee Stallion feat. Nicki Minaj & Ty Dolla $ign
“Ballin’” – Mustard feat. Roddy Ricch
BEST DUO OR GROUP
Chris Brown and Young Thug
City Girls
EarthGang
JackBoys
Migos
Run the Jewels
BEST LIVE PERFORMER
Big Sean
DaBaby
Drake
Megan Thee Stallion
Roddy Ricch
Travis Scott
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
Cactus Jack & White Trash Tyler
Cole Bennett
Colin Tilley
Dave Meyers
Director X
Teyana “Spike Tee” Taylor
DJ OF THE YEAR
Chase B
D-Nice
DJ Drama
DJ Envy
DJ Khaled
Mustard
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
9th Wonder
DJ Khaled
Hit-Boy
JetsonMade
Mike WiLL Made-It
Mustard
HIP HOP ARTIST OF THE YEAR
DaBaby
Drake
Future
Lil Baby
Megan Thee Stallion
Roddy Ricch
SONG OF THE YEAR
“BOP” – DaBaby – Produced By JetsonMade & Starboy
“Life Is Good” – Future feat. Drake – Produced by Ambezza, D. Hill & OZ
“Rockstar” – DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch – Produced by SethInTheKitchen
“Savage (Remix)” – Megan Thee Stallion feat. Beyoncé – Produced by J. White Did It
“The Box” – Roddy Ricch – Produced by 30 Roc & DatBoiSqueeze
“Toosie Slide” – Drake – Produced by OZ
HIP HOP ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Blame it on Baby – DaBaby
Kirk – DaBaby
High Off Life – Future
My Turn – Lil Baby
Suga – Megan Thee Stallion
Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial – Roddy Ricch
BEST NEW HIP HOP ARTIST
Flo Milli
Jack Harlow
Mulatto
NLE Choppa
Pop Smoke
Rod Wave
HUSTLER OF THE YEAR
Cardi B
DJ Khaled
Jay-Z
Megan Thee Stallion
Rick Ross
Travis Scott
BEST HIP HOP PLATFORM
Complex
HipHopDX
HotNewHipHop
The Breakfast Club
The Joe Budden Podcast
The Shade Room
XXL
SWEET 16: BEST FEATURED VERSE
Beyoncé – “Savage (Remix)” (Megan Thee Stallion feat. Beyoncé)
BIA – “Best on Earth” (Russ feat. BIA)
Cardi B – “Writing on the Wall” (French Montana feat. Post Malone, Cardi B & Rvssian)
Future – “Roses (Remix)” (Saint Jhn feat. Future)
Roddy Ricch – “Rockstar” (DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch)
Travis Scott – “Hot (Remix)” (Young Thug feat. Gunna & Travis Scott)
IMPACT TRACK
“Lockdown” – Anderson .Paak & Jay Rock
“Rockstar (BLM Remix)” – DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch
“Snow on tha Bluff” – J. Cole
“The Bigger Picture” – Lil Baby
“Afeni” – Rapsody feat. PJ Morton
“Sue Me” – Wale feat. Kelly Price
BEST INTERNATIONAL FLOW
Djonga (BRAZIL)
Kaaris (FRANCE)
Khaligraph Jones (KENYA)
Meryl (FRANCE)
Ms Banks (UK)
Nasty C (SOUTH AFRICA)
Stormzy (UK)
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Pete Miller Explores Duality on “The Dazzling Kimberly”
Pete Miller’s ‘The Dazzling Kimberly’ is a profound exploration of the intricacies of human emotion and the complexity of our relationships. Through its narrative, the song delves deep into the heart of love, loss, and the paths we choose in life. The protagonist’s journey of self-reflection and contemplation, sparked by the enigmatic Kimberly, serves as a mirror to our own experiences with love and the often painful lessons that come with it.
“The Dazzling Kimberly” is a poignant song that narrates the story of two twins embroiled in conflict, who are brought together and eventually reconciled by their interactions with a mystical figure named Kimberly. This song, with its rich narrative and allusions, particularly to the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, offers a layered exploration of themes such as rivalry, redemption, and the ephemeral nature of life and relationships.
The song opens with a vivid depiction of one twin’s sense of guilt and moral ambiguity, contrasting his own cunning with his twin’s straightforward approach. This internal conflict sets the stage for the entrance of Kimberly, a figure whose very existence seems otherworldly, serving as a catalyst for change and reflection in the twins’ lives.
Kimberly, characterized by her wisdom and almost supernatural presence, challenges the narrator to reconsider his values, suggesting that victories won through cunning lack the essence of true love and fulfillment. Her influence is profound, guiding the twins towards a reconciliation that seemed impossible before her intervention.
The chorus of the song encapsulates the narrator’s deep yearning and the transformative impact Kimberly has had on his life. It questions the value of freedom and the significance of their bond, highlighting the impermanence of life through the metaphor of fading air and shifting sands.
The resolution of the twins’ conflict, prompted by Kimberly’s disappearance (or passing), symbolizes a newfound maturity and understanding. The once-contentious land becomes a symbol of their shared heritage and reconciliation, underscoring the message that love and unity are more valuable than any material possession or victory.
The allusion to Jacob and Esau provides a biblical backdrop to this tale of rivalry and reconciliation, enriching the narrative with layers of meaning and moral questioning. Just as Jacob and Esau reconcile after years of conflict, so do the twins, guided by the ethereal and loving presence of Kimberly.
The song’s melancholic yet hopeful tone captures the duality of human experience—the longing for what was and the hope for what could be. The moods and themes you’ve described, from melancholy and contemplation to love, regret, and redemption, underscore the universal struggle with fate and the desire for moral clarity and closure.
For further thematic exploration, the works of Leonard Cohen, particularly for their spiritual and existential undertones, or the poetic narratives of Bob Dylan, might resonate with the themes of “The Dazzling Kimberly.” Both artists adeptly weave complex human emotions with broader philosophical and spiritual questions, much like Pete Miller does in this song.
–Ralph Grossman
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Yung Miami Unveils Exciting “Yams” Era in a Dazzling Comeback Trail, Are You Ready for the Yams Revolution
Yung Miami Unveils Exciting “Yams” Era in a Dazzling Comeback Trail, Are You Ready for the Yams Revolution
The dynamic duo of City Girls, Yung Miami and JT, is gearing up for a remarkable transformation in 2024. While Yung Miami soared on the business front with her acclaimed podcast last year, the musical aspect faced a setback. Their album RAW didn’t quite hit the mark with sales, leaving fans and critics unimpressed. However, the tides are turning for JT and Yung Miami individually, especially with Yung Miami dropping the fire track “Sideways” over the weekend.
But that’s not all – Yung Miami is set to embrace a whole new era, and she teased it back in January with a cryptic tweet. “Welcome to the ‘Yams Era.’ I’m so excited for this era of my life; we’re about to have some FUN!!!” Fans are still decoding the meaning behind “Yams,” with some speculating it’s a play on how to pronounce Miami or exploring unique definitions on Urban Dictionary.
Regardless, Yung Miami seems to be fully embracing her roots and infusing it into everything she does. A month after hinting at this fresh approach, she dropped a tantalizing “Yams” trailer on Instagram. In the video, she discusses her comeback while showcasing glimpses of studio sessions and teasing a stylish ginger hairstyle. Yung Miami declared, “Welcome to the YAMs Era! The Yams Era is my Prime time! In the Yams, we do ginger hair…focus on ourselves…& get money! Yams is the new lingo… To my fans, The YAMS…this is the new us. Drop a 🍠 if you’re ready!”
Support poured in from fellow artists like JT, Saweetie, and more, flooding her comments with yam emojis and encouragement for this exciting new chapter.
What’s your take on Yung Miami’s “Yams Era” trailer? What could it signify – a new album, a mindset shift, or a different musical approach? Who’s poised for a bigger solo year, Yung Miami or JT, and why? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t miss a beat with Honk Magazine for all the latest on Yung Miami. Stay tuned for everything buzzing in the music world! 🎶✨
