The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations have cast a brilliant spotlight on African artists like Burna Boy, showcasing their remarkable talent and contributions to the hip-hop industry. This comprehensive article delves into the complete list of 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations, shedding light on the African artists vying for Hip Hop's top awards.
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Introduction
In a surprising twist, the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations have taken a notable turn, reflecting the evolving landscape of the music industry. Ebro Darden, a prominent figure in the world of Hip Hop, recently shared insights into the shifting priorities of US major record labels. According to Ebro, these labels are now directing their attention away from signing as many US rappers as before, with a newfound emphasis on African and Latin Music. This revelation comes as a prominent Afrobeats artist, Burna Boy, who is signed to Atlantic Records - a major US label, finds himself integrated into the main categories of the awards, a departure from the typical "International" category usually reserved for non-US artists.
Burna Boy's Impressive Run at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards Nominations list
Burna Boy who is fresh off the release of his fifth album, "I Told Them…," has certainly made his mark in the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations. He is tied with Dj Khaled as the 3rd most nominated artist with 7 nominations each ahead of J. Cole who has six nominations; Coi Leray, GloRilla and Jay-Z with five nominations each; Lil Uzi Vert with four; and DaBaby, Kendrick Lamar, Latto, Lil Durk, Megan Thee Stallion and Metro Boomin with three nominations each.
Cardi B and 21 Savage are the leading nominees for the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards with 12 nominations each. The two stars are going head-to-head in seven categories – best collaboration, lyricist of the year, hip-hop artist of the year, hustler of the year, best hip-hop video, sweet 16: best-featured verse and song of the year. Drake is next in line with nine nods.
With a total of seven nominations, Burna Boy is a force to be reckoned with in several categories as follows:
Hip-Hop Artiste of the Year
Song of the Year - "Sittin’ On Top Of The World” ft. 21 Savage
Best Hip-Hop Video - "Sittin’ On Top Of The World” ft. 21 Savage
Best Collaboration - "Sittin’ On Top Of The World” ft. 21 Savage
Best Live Performer
Lyricist of the Year
Hustler of the Year
African Artists in the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards Nominations
The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations list is nothing short of spectacular. African artists have earned their well-deserved spots among the elite. From South Africa to Nigeria, Ghana to Zambia, these artists have risen to prominence with their unique styles and lyrical prowess.
Other African artists nominated for the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards under the Best International Flow category include Aka (South Africa) who passed on earlier this year, K.O (South Africa), Black Sherif (Ghana) and Sampa The Great (Zambia)
Full list of 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominees:
Below is the complete list of the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations.
Who is the Best Hip-hop artist of the year?
- 21 Savage
- Burna Boy
- Cardi B
- Drake
- Gorilla
- J. Cole
- Kendrick Lamar
- Lil Uzi Vert
What is the Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year?
- “All My Life,” Lil Durk feat. J. Cole
- “God Did,” DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy
- “Just Wanna Rock,” Lil Uzi Vert
- “Players,” Coi Leray
- “Put It On Da Floor Again,” Latto feat. Cardi B
- “Rich Flex,” Drake & 21 Savage
- “Sittin’ On Top Of The World,” Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
- “Tomorrow 2,” GloRilla & Cardi B
What is the Best Hip hop album of the year?
- Anyways, Life’s Great…, Glorilla
- Coi, Coi Leray
- God Did, DJ Khaled
- Her Loss, Drake & 21 Savage
- Heroes & Villains, Metro Boomin
- Jackman, Jack Harlow
- Pink Tape, Lil Uzi Vert
- Traumazine, Megan Thee Stallion
What is the Best hip-hop video?
- “Just Wanna Rock,” Lil Uzi Vert
- “Players” (DJ Smallz 732 – Jersey Club Remix), Coi Leray
- “Put It On Da Floor Again,” Latto feat. Cardi B
- “Shake Sumn,” DaBaby
- “Sittin’ On Top Of The World,” Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
- “Spin Bout U,” Drake & 21 Savage
- “Tomorrow 2,” Glorilla & Cardi B
What is the Best hip-hop Collaboration?
- “All My Life,” Lil Durk feat. J. Cole
- “God Did,” DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy
- “Players” (DJ Saige Remix), Coi Leray feat. Busta Rhymes
- “Princess Diana,” Ice Spice & Nicki Minaj
- “Put It On Da Floor Again,” Latto feat. Cardi B
- “Sittin’ On Top Of The World,” Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
- “Tomorrow 2,” Glorilla & Cardi B
Who has the most Impact track?
- “30,” Nas
- “All My Life,” Lil Durk Feat. J. Cole
- “Anxiety,” Megan Thee Stallion
- “Can’t Win for Nothing,” Symba
- “Champions,” NLE Choppa
- “God Did,” DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy
- “Scientists & Engineers,” Killer Mike & André 3000 feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane
- “Therapy Pt. 2,” Robert Glasper feat. Mac Miller
What is the Best hip-hop duo or group?
- City Girls
- DJ Drama & Jeezy
- Drake & 21 Savage
- Earthgang
- Larry June & The Alchemist
- Quavo & Takeoff
- Rae Sremmurd
Who is the Best hip-hop live performer?
- Burna Boy
- Busta Rhymes
- Cardi B
- Coi Leray
- Dababy
- Drake
- Kendrick Lamar
- Megan Thee Stallion
Who is the Best breakthrough hip-hop artist?
- Armani White
- Central Cee
- Doechii
- Finesse2tymes
- Ice Spice
- Kaliii
- Lola Brooke
- Sexyy Redd
Who is the Best Lyricist of the year?
- 21 Savage
- André 3000
- Burna Boy
- Cardi B
- Conway The Machine
- Drake
- J. Cole
- Kendrick Lamar
Who is the Best Producer of the Year?
- Atl Jacob
- DJ Khaled
- Dr. Dre
- Hit-Boy
- Hitmaka
- Kaytranada
- London On Da Track
- Metro Boomin
- The Alchemist
Who is the Best Video director of the year?
- Anderson .Paak
- Cole Bennett
- Colin Tilley
- DaBaby & Reel Goats
- Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
- Dave Meyers
- Travis Scott
Who is the Best DJ of the year?
- Chase B
- D-Nice
- DJ Cassidy
- DJ Clark Kent
- DJ Drama
- DJ Jazzy Jeff
- DJ Khaled
- Kaytranada
- Metro Boomin
What is the Best hip-hop platform?
- AllHipHop
- Caresha Please
- Drink Champs
- Hiphop Dx
- Million Dollaz Worth Of Game
- Rap Caviar
- The Breakfast Club
- The Joe Budden Podcast
- XXL
Who is the Best hip-hop Hustler of the year?
- 21 Savage
- 50 Cent
- Burna Boy
- Cardi B
- Caresha
- DJ Khaled
- Drake
- Jay-Z
Sweet 16: Best featured verse?
- 21 Savage, “Creepin’” (Metro Boomin feat. The Weeknd & 21 Savage)
- 21 Savage, “Peaches & Eggplants” (Young Nudy feat. 21 Savage)
- André 3000, “Scientists & Engineers” (Killer Mike & André 3000 feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)
- Cardi B, “Tomorrow 2” (Glorilla & Cardi B)
- Cardi B, “Put It On Da Floor Again” (Latto feat. Cardi B)
- Drake, “Oh U Went” (Young Thug feat. Drake)
- J. Cole, “All My Life” (Lil Durk feat. J. Cole)
- Jay-Z, “God Did” (DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy)
Who has the Best international flow?
- Aka (South Africa)
- Black Sherif (Ghana)
- Central Cee (UK)
- Gazo (France)
- J Hus (UK)
- K.O (South Africa)
- Major Rd (Brazil)
- Ninho (France)
- Sampa The Great (Zambia)
- Tasha & Tracie (Brazil)
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