Hip Hop Awards 2024: Check Out the Nominees for ‘Lyricist of the Year’

With heavyweights like Cardi B., Drake, Nicki Minaj, and more vying for "Lyricist of the Year," you can expect some of the industry’s top wordsmiths to take center stage. In the meantime, meet the nominees.

21 Savage

1 / 8

Atlanta native 21 Savage have been delivering  razor-sharp bars all year.

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Cardi B.

2 / 8

Cardi B's raw delivery has yet to let up.

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Common

3 / 8

Common proves veterans still got it.

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Megan thee Stallion

4 / 8

It's been a hot year for Houston hottie, Megan Thee Stallion.

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Lil Wayne

5 / 8

Lil Wayne still has his  legendary flow.

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Kendrick Lamar

6 / 8

Its been a astronomical year for the West Cost poetic genius, Kendrick Lamar. 

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Nicki Minaj

7 / 8

Nicki Minaj reigns supreme.

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Drake

8 / 8

Drake continues to redefine the art of storytelling.

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