The BET Hip-Hop Awards have become a major platform for recognizing outstanding achievements in the hip-hop community, celebrating lyricism, impact, and innovation in the genre. Over the years, several artists have made history with record-breaking numbers of wins. Here, we look at the top artists with the most BET Hip-Hop Awards wins to date.
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6. Cardi B – 14 Wins
With 14 wins, Cardi B has quickly risen to become one of the most successful female artists in hip-hop. The “WAP” rapper has a total of 37 nominations under her belt and won her first BET Hip-Hop Award in 2017, when her major debut single, “Bodak Yellow,” was making waves in the industry.
5. Lil Wayne – 16 Wins
Lil Wayne’s 16 wins at the BET Hip-Hop Awards underscore his impact as a lyricist and pioneer in the hip-hop community. The esteemed rapper has received 52 BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations in his career so far, with his first nominations dating back to 2007. Eleven years later, in 2018, he was honored with the I Am Hip-Hop Award, a lifetime achievement award celebrating his status as an icon in hip-hop culture.
4. Kanye West – 19 Wins
In his unique and innovative career, Kanye West has received an impressive 88 nominations for the BET Hip-Hop Awards, winning the prize nineteen times. He was also nominated this year for Best Duo/Group as a member of the super duo ¥$.
3. Drake – 24 Wins
Drake’s career speaks for itself, and it’s no coincidence that he has won a total of 193 industry awards—24 of them being BET Hip-Hop Awards. This impressive achievement is even greater considering he has been nominated nearly every year since 2009, except for 2019 and 2024.
2. Jay-Z – 25 Wins
With 25 wins, Jay-Z’s influence on hip-hop is undeniable. As both an artist and entrepreneur, Jay-Z has redefined what it means to be a hip-hop mogul. His success spans over two decades, with contributions that have transcended music to impact fashion, business, and culture at large.
1. Kendrick Lamar – 37 Wins
Kendrick Lamar stands at the top with an impressive 37 BET Hip-Hop Awards wins. Last night, he expanded his lead by taking home eight more awards at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards. Notably, he has received 24 nominations over the past three years alone, winning a remarkable 18 awards in that time.
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