The 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards is a recognition ceremony that was held on October 5, 2021 as the 16th installment of the BET Hip Hop Awards. The nominations were announced on September 9, 2021.
Cardi B and Lil Durk lead in nominations, all with 9 nominations each, followed by Drake with 8. American rapper and producer Tyler, the Creator was recognized with the first-ever Cultural Influence Award, and american rapper Nelly was honored with the I Am Hip Hop Award.
Cardi B and Tyler, the Creator share the most wins with 3 awards each.
Nominees
bold means the artist won. Non-bold means the nominations.
Hip Hop Artist of the Year
Best Hip Hop Video
Best Collaboration
Best Duo/Group
Best Live Performer
Lyricist of the Year
Video Director of the Year
DJ of the Year
Producer of the Year
Song of the Year
Best New Hip Hop Artist
Hustler of the Year
Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse
Impact Track
Best International Flow
Best Hip-Hop Platform
I Am Hip-Hop Award
Cultural Influence Award
Performers
Presenters
- Trina â presented Best New Hip Hop Artist
- Remy Ma â presented Best Hip Hop Video
- LL Cool J â presented Cultural Influence Award
- Rapsody â presented Hip Hop Album of the Year
- Jermaine Dupri â presented I Am Hip Hop Award
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