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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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Tiri The Seed Breathes New Life into Nostalgia with ‘Back In The Room’

Tiri The Seed expertly blends vintage musical elements with contemporary production techniques in “Back In The Room.” This track pulsates with a retro vibe, yet maintains a fresh sonic identity, largely due to Tiri’s charismatic vocal delivery, which infuses the mix with an effortlessly cool energy. Thematically, “Back In The Room” explores the nuances of reconnection, encapsulating that poignant emotional experience of revisiting spaces or moments previously perceived as lost.

Musically, Tiri’s signature vocal timbre overlays an infectious rhythmic foundation paired with lush, sweeping synths, evoking the ambiance of a late-night drive down memory lane. The lyrics are crafted to provoke introspection while the production invites physical movement, striking a harmonious balance between nostalgia and celebration. Tiri’s warm delivery creates an intimate listening experience, drawing the audience into a shared reminiscence of formative moments. The track encapsulates a dichotomy of nostalgia and optimism, making it essential for those who appreciate a classic aesthetic imbued with modern sensibilities.

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Janet Noh Takes a Deep Dive into Vulnerability with ‘One Breath’

Janet Noh’s latest single, “One Breath,” presents a poignant exploration of emotional depth through a minimalistic sonic arrangement. The track harnesses dynamics and silence, allowing Noh’s nuanced vocal delivery to take center stage.

The single “One Breath” engages in introspective self-examination, showcasing Noh’s adeptness at lyrical composition that balances vulnerability with strength. Her phrasing and tonal choices exhibit a masterclass in expressive restraint, allowing listeners to engage with the subtle emotional undercurrents present in the music.

The listening experience is intimate, akin to sharing a personal revelation, which enhances the profound quality of the piece. As the final notes fade, the lingering resonance of the song invites reflection, echoing themes of hope and resilience that are striking in their simplicity. Janet Noh successfully cultivates an atmosphere of comfort and contemplation, which speaks to the listener on a personal and universal level.