In just four years since officially bursting on to the scene with her chart-topping breakthrough hit ‘Bodak Yellow,’ rapstress Cardi B has colored her name in the history books of a number of award shows.

As if being the first female emcee to win ‘Best Rap Album’ at the GRAMMYs wasn’t enough, she’s also penciled in record books for nabbing the Billboard Music Award for Top Female Rap Act than any competitor, a slew of American Music Awards, and is listed as the first female rapper to win Album of the Year at the BET Awards.

Speaking of the latter, Tuesday’s BET Hip Hop Awards (October 5) saw Cardi capture yet another award show record thanks to the additions to her list of trophies garnered from the show.

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The BET Hip Hop Awards 2021 provided many-a-notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to its high octane stage.

Now, after blazing performances from the likes of Latto, BIA, Nelly, Young Thug, Baby Keem, and more (click here to watch), look inside to see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

The full winner’s list awaits inside:

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The 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards blasted from screens Tuesday night (October 5) and, as ever, the high octane show brought the goods!

Hosted by comedy supergroup 85 South (comprised of Karlous Miller, DC Young Fly and Chico Bean), the ceremony featured appearances from some of the best and brightest names in Hip Hop as well as stage-blazing performances from the likes of Latto, BIA, Young Thug, Baby Keem, Tobe Nwigwe, and Nelly (the night’s ‘I Am Hip Hop Icon’ honoree).

See all the action inside:

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As eclectic creatives go, few can rival the sonic flexibility of Kaytranada.

Fittingly, then, the star nabbed DJ of the Year nomination at the BET Hip Hop Awards 2021. 

Ahead of the ceremony, which took place at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, the star chopped it up with That Grape Juice‘s Ques Williams on the red carpet.

There, he reflected on his nom, his love for Hip Hop, and more.

Watch the interview after the jump…

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Ari Fletcher is no stranger to headlines, especially when it comes to her boo MoneyBagg Yo.

Fresh from buying her rapper boyfriend a sizeable plot of land for his birthday, the entrepreneur was full of nothing but admiration for the MC at the BET Hip Hop Awards 2021. 

Chopping it up with That Grape Juice‘s Ques Williams on the red carpet at the ATL ceremony, Fletcher also shared her love for rising femcee Latto – who took to the stage to perform at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre event.

Check out the fun-filled interview below…

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Fat Joe was one of the many major names in the building at the BET Hip Hop Awards 2021. 

Held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, this year’s extravaganza celebrates the seismic mark Hip Hop continues to make on the music scene and spotlights some of the contemporary climate’s most impactful names.

While walking the red carpet, Joe had one of the genre’s most legendary figures on the mind: Notorious B.I.G. 

Speaking with That Grape Juice‘s Ques Williams, watch below as the ‘All The Way Up’ MC remembers the icon and his enduring legacy.

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The BET Hip Hop Awards returned to Atlanta for its 2021 ceremony and saw a number of notable names on hand at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre – including rapper DreamDoll.

It goes without saying that the femcee has steadily been on her grind and has turned the volume up on her buzz with bops such as ‘Tryouts’ and ‘Different Freestyle.’

That Grape Juice‘s Ques Williams caught up with the star on the red carpet, where she dished on her new label, new music, and her love for Lil Nas X.

Watch after the jump…

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Next Tuesday (October 12) brings with it the premiere of Tiwa Savage and Brandy‘s music video for collaboration ‘Somebody’s Son.’

The Afrobeats queen and The Vocal Bible have been enjoying viral success with the relatable anthem, which is lifted from Savage’s recently released EP ‘Water & Garri.’

Lyrically, the track speaks affirmations into the hearts of those wronged in love; affirmations of a better tomorrow, and more specifically, affirmations of finding that ultimate love.

Ahead of the debut of the visual, a stunning teaser has been released.

Check it out below…

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In breaking news, Adele has announced her comeback single ‘Easy On Me.’

And its arrival was trumpeted by way of a cinematic trailer.

Full story below…

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BTS and Coldplay are heating up the charts in a major way. Because the potent entities have rocketed straight in at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their new collaboration, ‘My Universe.’ 

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To commemorate the October 1 relaunch of ‘The Millennium Tour,’ three of its stars –  Omarion, Soulja Boy, and Bow Wow – teamed to ramp up excitement for the event by unveiling a new collaborative tune.

Titled ‘Ex,’ the bumping cut, produced by Greg Curtis, sees the trio of Urban music stars trade verses about why they’re better than their love interests’ ex-lovers.

The first official collab between Omarion and Bow Wow since their 2007 joint album ‘Face Off,’ look inside to hear ‘Ex’ in full.

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With the steam cooling around his breakthrough single, the 2x Platinum ‘Heartbreak Anniversary,’ singer-songwriter Giveon is pushing full steam ahead to what he’s undoubtedly hoping will be his next Platinum-seller, ‘For Tonight.’

Released September 24, the emotional song’s arrival was accompanied by an equally stirring music video (as we reported here).  Now, he’s already hit the promo trail in its support – granting the tune’s first live televised performance via a recent stop at ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’

Did you miss the soulful showing when it aired live last week?  No worries; it’s all inside.

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