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And the Nominees Are... - Check out the nominees for the BET Hip Hop Awards 2015!

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Best Hip Hop Video - Some went viral, others were countdown mainstays. These are the most visually appealing clips that amped up the songs we loved.

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Big Sean f. Chris Brown, Ty Dolla $ign - "Play No Games" - Big Sean assembles a boy band with Chris Brown and Ty Dolla $ign to deliver this '90s-inspired visual off his chart-topping Dark Sky Paradise. The video is so influenced by rom-com sitcom favorite, Martin, that Martin Lawrence and even Bruh Man himself (Reginald Ballard) made an appearance.

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Big Sean f. Drake, Kanye West - "Blessings" - Big Sean takes us on a journey through his virtual Dark Sky Paradise in this stark and stunning, all black-and-white video. G.O.O.D Music founder Kanye West and Young Money's Drake got in the loop for the song and on set.

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Fetty Wap - "Trap Queen" - Fetty Wap keeps it simple with this visit to his Paterson, New Jersey hometown. The video features all the trappings of hood royalty, complete with an apperance from his onscreen Queen, who, yes, bakes him a pie.

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Kendrick Lamar - "Alright" - All the fellas of Black Hippy are with Kendrick Lamar in this 7-minute, black-and-white thriller, as he unleashes a never-before-heard verse and goes head first into the issue of police brutality with director Colin Tilley.(Photo: TDE/Interscope Records)

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Nicki Minaj f. Beyoncé "Feeling Myself" - This video is a girl's best friend. Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé show us good ol' fashioned summer fun –– a baby pool party and a road trip to Coachella –– for this flawless PinkPrint cut.(Photo: Cash Money Records)

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Best Collabo, Duo or Group - It takes two (or more) to make a thing go right.

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Big Sean f. Drake, Kanye West - "Blessings" - Aside from the sing-songy hook (which even caught Riley Curry's attention), this track, up for Best Collabo features introspective verses from two of the most major independent labels in the biz, G.O.O.D. Music and Young Money Cash Money Billionaires. No wonder it sold platinum-plus.

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Big Sean f. E-40 - "IDFWU" - Big Sean teams up with the West's most prolific slang generator, E-40, for this acronym for independence.(Photo: Christopher Polk/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Fetty Wap f. Monty - "My Way" - Fetty Wap and fellow Remy Boyz member, Monty hit Billboard's Top 10 with this track, making Fetty the first male rapper since Lil Wayne (in 2011) to have two concurrent Top 10 hits as a lead artist.(Photo: Chelsea Lauren/WireImage)

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Nicki Minaj f. Beyoncé "Feeling Myself" - Word is Beyoncé told Nicki Minaj "don't hold back" when she went in the booth for this "Flawless" remix. Queen Bey doesn't either, nearly rapping her contribution.(Photo: Cash Money Records)

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Nicki Minaj f. Drake, Lil Wayne - "Truffle Butter" - These three were just "thinking out loud" over a house meets hip hop meets beat, effortlessly proving how YMCMB manages to stay ahead of the game.(Photo: Cash Money Records)

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Best Live Performer - Crowd pleasers are hard to find. Which artist always delivers in the flesh?

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Drake - When Drake hits the stage, he's all about the theatrics, unafraid to diss (sorry Meek) or miss (hi, Rihanna) his superstar counterparts in front of a live audience.(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Coachella)

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J. Cole - To say J. Cole is a one-man show is an understatement. He not only man's his own production, and presents his work with no features, but he also takes over the stage with live, rock-n-roll instrumentation. It's so hip hop.(Photo: Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images for ESPN)

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Kanye West - To see Kanye West in concert is truly an interactive performance art experience. You may find yourself running through a lake in Armenia or wildly applauding (or booing, he doesn't mind) one of his "rants."(Photo: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

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Kendrick Lamar - The way Kendrick Lamar brings his thoughtful and though-provoking lyrics to life gets him a nod for Best Live Performer. His onstage debut of "Alright" is a prime example.(Photo: Chris Weeks/Getty Images for Reebok)

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Nicki Minaj - If there's ever a doubt that Nicki Minaj is feminist in her stance, seeing her live makes it clear. She weaves into her already potent rhymes adlibs about staying in school, staying focused, and not letting any bae –– no matter how successful his album is –– run the world for her.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Lyricist of the Year - Wordplay goes a long way. This award goes to the MC with the illest pen and the most memorable verses

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Big Sean - With 11 total nods this year, Big Sean is an obvious contender for Best Lyricist. The reasoning: his sophomore album, Dark Sky Paradise is equally hopeful and real with cuts like "Blessings," "IDFWU," and "One Man Can Change the World." (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Drake - Drake is not only your bae's favorite rapper. He won everyone, the Internet and the airwaves this year –– with a surprise mixtape, no less –– when every single one of the 17 songs off his If You're Reading This It's Too Late landed on the Billboard charts.(Photo: John Phillips/Getty Images)

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J. Cole - That J. Cole is the first rap artist since 1989 to have a certified Platinum album with no features is merely proof that he's one of the Best Lyricists of the year. What makes him that way is his unabashedly truthful reflections.(Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Power 105.1)

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Kendrick Lamar - Rarely does an MC explore the hypocrisy of humanity with the precision or depth that Kendrick Lamar offers. And he does it without alientating himself from the problem, or solution.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Nicki Minaj - Nicki Minaj is known for consistently delivering the best verse –– male or female –– when she guests on a track, but her third album, The PinkPrint, solidifies her place as one of the most memorable. It's a girl-power, hood-approved, Broadway-worthy musical.(Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

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Video Director of the Year - They shooting! Made you look. This award is for the auteur that was calling the shots on the most attention-grabbing, cinematic moments in music this year.

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Alan Ferguson - The 2012 BET Awards Video Director of the Year winner gets a nod at this year's Hip Hop Awards for his "Classic Man" lenswork. The visuals take us around the world and back in time, while simultaneously making us feel right at home.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Kiehl's)

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Benny Boom - Benny Boom preserves the nostalgia of hip hop this year with the intimate [luxury] home video "All Eyes On You" (Meek Mill f. Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown) and the 70s, 80s, and 90s pop of Tink's Aaliyah-inspired "Million."(Photo: Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)

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Chris Robinson - In T.I.'s prohibition era-inspired video "G S**t," Chris Robinson lets go of all directorial inhibition. He pulls on 11 months of production and the street-to-screen star power of Jeezy, Wood Harris and Rotimi for the 12-minute mini-movie.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

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Colin Tilley - After revealing one of the most controversial videos of 2014 with "Anaconda," Colin Tilley goes behind-the-lens for Kendrick Lamar's "Alright." The opening scene alone –– Black Hippy riding in a car being carried by police –– is one for the books.(Photo: Instagram via Colin Tilley)

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Director X - Director X throws back to classic West Coast cinematography (à la "Still D.R.E." and "California Love") with Kendrick Lamar's "King Kunta." It's likely the last mainstream music video to be shot at the famed Compton Swap Meet, since it was purchased by a major retailer.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/FilmMagic)

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DJ of the Year - No mistakes allowed. Whether they rock vinyl or Serato, mixtapes, clubs or radio waves, these are the mix masters whose ears, skills and dedication set them a cut above the competition.

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DJ Drama - DJ Drama stays putting on for the streets this year, continuing his mixtape reign with Jeezy's surprise release Ganagsta Party. He even goes heavy metal with King 810 for the Midwest Monsters 2 tape.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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DJ Envy - DJ Envy makes the turntable-to-mainstream crossover look easy this year as he maintains his spot as the go-to Waffle Colored Negro with The Breakfast Club and unleashes new music like his "Still A Fan" featuring Rico Love.(Photo: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images)

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DJ Esco - DJ Esco steps into the spotlight for Best DJ by keeping the tour circuit on lock with Future. The Freebandz rapper also features Esco in his video "Where Ya At" with Drake, and memorializes that one time Esco spent 56 nights in a Dubai prison with the mixtape, 56 Nights.(Photo: Prince Williams/FilmMagic)

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DJ Khaled - One of the prolific record-making record breakers, DJ Khaled keeps the airwaves ablaze with songs like his "Gold Slugs" featuring Chris Brown, August Alsina and Fetty Wap; and he's starting to make a splash with his own label, We The Best, which recently debuted new artist Steph LeCor.(Photo: Bryan Steffy/BET/Getty Images)

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DJ Mustard - DJ Mustard's signature sound is one of the most mimicked right now, due to his effortless ability to make songs like "Post to Be," "Freaks of the Week" and Nelly's "The Fix" featuring Jeremih. He picked up the Producer and Songwriter of the Year awards at the 2015 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop ceremony.(Photo: David Becker/WireImage)

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Producer of the Year - From flipping samples to building their own sounds from the ground up, this award is for the brilliant beatmaker that helped set the year’s sonic trends. This award is for the body of work over the year.

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DJ Mustard - A knocking beat and hit record go together like hot dogs and that yellow stuff. It seems like DJ Mustard's got his sonic sauce on spread all over radio. He's nominated for Producer of the Year. (Photo: John Sciulli/Getty Images for Electus Digital)

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J. Cole - J. Cole proved he's a one-man-band man with his third studio album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive, which features no guest appearances and minimal help on the boards. Cole held his own for dolo on the production end, from the haunting "January 28th" to the chipmunk soul of "Wet Dreamz." (Photo: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for BALLY).

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Kanye West - Yeezy may be punp faking the release of his anticiapted album SWISH, but his beats are all too real. He continues to prove why he's one of the greatest. (Photo: Brian Gove/WireImage)

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Mike WiLL Made It - Rae Sremmurd became a promising rap duo with its refreshingly fun debut LP SremmLife. But it likely wouldn't have been possible without Mike WiLL Made-It's Billboared-tested 808s. The fact that Mike Will made it into this category should be a surprise to not a single human. (Photo: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for SXSW)

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Pharrell - Often times it seems like Pharrell's only musically competition is his own catalog. He's nominated for Producer of the Year, right where he belongs. (Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images for MTV)

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Timbaland - Never, ever, ever sleep on Timbaland's innovation on instrumentals. He's up for Producer of the Year. (Photo: Steve Jennings/Getty Images for Revd)

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MVP of the Year - This award is for the artist who was ubiquitous in music during the eligibility period. Hit records, dope guest spots, and major moves up the ladder. The MVP definitely enhances the game.

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Big Sean - Big Sean gave the world lots to discuss with his 2015 effort, Dark Sky Paradise. Proving his longevity with anthems such as "IDFWU" and "Blessings," there is a reason Sean is having his best year yet, and we're not mad at him. (Photo: Def Jam)

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Drake - There's not much that Drake can't do. His metaphoric verses and often duplicated flow has made him a legend. But his unexpected If You're Reading This It's Too Late and ability to turn everything he touches to gold, or platinum is what keeps Drake galaxies ahead of the rest. (Photo: Republic Records)

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Future - In 2015 we saw into the Future, literally. Despite controversy in his personal life, the rapper who confirmed that God was actually still "blessing all the trap n*****," had a breakout year, refusing to slow down anytime soon. (Photo: Courtesy of Epic Records)

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J. Cole - Going Platinum with no promotion is no small feat, proving that J. Cole is not only skilled, but celebrated. Fusing conscious thought with both a playful yet eager flow all his own, J.Cole is destined for greatness.(Photo: ROC Nation)

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Kendrick Lamar - After dropping one of the "Blackest" albums of the year, Kendrick has positioned himself as commissioner of culture and he's damn good at it. With hits like, "i" and "Alright," Kendrick's lap in this race is as solid as ever. (Photo: Christian San Jose)

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Nicki Minaj - Sitting pretty among the boys has never been a problem for the hottest femcee in the game. Selling out arena after arena on her PinkPrint tour, Nicki grows stronger year after year. What will she do next? Whatever she wants.(Photo: Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic)

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Track of the Year - A cleverly flipped sample. A crazy original chord progression. Otherworldly drum sounds. Strip away the vocals; the music supporting the song was such a banger, it would have been a hit as an instrumental!  This award is for the most outstanding underlying track of a song.

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Kendrick Lamar - "Alright" - Considering the tragedies we've faced this year alone, K Dot's "Alright," couldn't have come at a better time. Progressive and uplifting Lamar provided just the inspiration needed to move the masses.(Photo: TDE/Intercope Records)

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Big Sean - "Blessings" - Following up his anthem for anyone with haters, Sean dropped yet another celebratory record for anyone doubting how far they've come. Recognizing his "Blessings" with help from Drake turned any regular turn up into a bigger one. Oh God!(Photo: Getting Out Our Dreams/Def Jam Recordings)

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Future - "F*ck Up Some Commas" - For anyone feeling especially rich, Future came through with this infectious hit for the money making hustlers out there. From 'forty thou to a hundred thou," Future understands just how to ball out the right way. (Photo: Freebandz/Epic Records)

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Big Sean - "I Don't F*ck With You (IDFWU)" - 2015 was the best year to call a hater out thanks to Big Sean. This playfully disrespectful track expressed all the feelings anyone has ever had about someone they just don't like anymore. Harmless yet completely accurate, Sean set himself up for a big year with this anthem. (Photo: GOOD Music / Def Jam)

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Fetty Wap - "Trap Queen" - Ask anybody about Hip Hop in 2015 and newcomer Fetty Wap's "Trap Queen," is bound to be up for discussion. The contagious rap-sing hit took over air waves helping make way for Fetty's undeniable breakout year. (Photo: 300 Entertainment/RGF Productions)

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Album of the Year - From your car to your phone to your laptop to your home, this is the ubiquitous album that everyone talked about and few could live without.

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Big Sean – Dark Sky Paradise - Cementing his first number one album, Big Sean set out to prove that he was more than quick puns and clever punchlines. And after delivering some of 2015's most memorable records, we think job well done. Photo: GOOD Music)

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Drake - If You're Reading This It's Too Late - When Drake pulled a Beyonce back in February, no one could of  anticipated just how much heat he was packing. But as always, the young money protege will not disappoint. With tracks like "Know Yourself," "10 Bandz" and "Legend," Wheelchair Jimmy continues to silence naysayers, assuming he even has any left. (Photo: Cash Money/OVO Sound/Republic Records)

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J. Cole - 2014 Forest Hills Drive - Any album that breaks a 25 year slump in Hip Hop album sales deserves your attention. Nixing any promo for the album, Cole delivered an almost flawless album to an legion of fans waiting to digest the young MC's hearty messages. (Photo: Roc Nation)

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Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp A Butterfly - Unapologetic in his delivery, Compton's own K.Dot delivered substance and style without breaking a sweat. The album which took a journey through the black experience, connecting dots and shedding light on current events helped shift the culture of Hip Hop in a huge way. (Photo: Interscope Records)

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Nicki Minaj - The Pinkprint - As the resident  best female rapper in the game, Nicki Minaj pulled all the stops on her third studio album. Giving fans all the many sides of her, the Pink Print stands apart as one of Minaj's greatest albums to date. (Photo: Cash Money Records)

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Wale - The Album About Nothing - The DC spitter continues to grow as a musician, showcasing his witty writing and unique delivery across this phenomenal body of work which playfully flips the concept of his favorite sitcom, "Seinfeld." (Photo: Maybach Music)

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Who Blew Up Award - This award is for the artist who went from the underground music scene and arrived with a bang into the mainstream!  These artists impacted Hip Hop with breakthrough content – be it radio play, digital audio/video plays, social media engagement, or sales.

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Bobby Shmurda - Bobby Shmurda reigned king as his contagious "Hot N*gga" sparked one of the biggest dance crazes of the year. As fans recreated the popular dance moves across the internet, the song gained momentum helping push Bobby to new heights. (Photo: Bennett Raglin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Dej Loaf  - Hailing from the D, Dej Loaf hit the scene with recommendations from fellow Detroit rappers like Big Sean and Eminem on the track "Detroit vs. Everbody." She followed with her own catchy single, "Try Me" earning the respect of greats like Nicki Minaj.(Photo: Prince Williams/WireImage)

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Fetty Wap - Entering the game with just as much charm as he has talent, Fetty Wap took on singing and rapping like a vet. Packed with catchy hooks and a dope flow, Fetty rose through the ranks of new artist clearing his own path like a pro. (Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Billboard)

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Rae Sremmurd - Its always a good time with Rae Sremmurd, the rap duo who effortlessly dominate the club scene with their unique sound. The duo responsible for some of the years biggest party records like " Throw Sum Mo," and " No Flex Zone," have become a quintessential part of any lituation. (Photo: Roger Kisby/Getty Images)

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Tink - With a major co-sign from Timbaland himself, Tink quickly declared herself as a lyricist with a flow reminiscent of great female emcee's  before her. Her breakout single "Ratchet" and remake of Aaliyah's "One In A Million," shows Tink versatility and creativity can not be denied. (Photo: Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images)

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Hustler of the Year - Hip Hop is more than music. This award is for the individual that most moved the culture forward with power moves in the business world.

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Dr. Dre - As one of the producers behind the highest grossing music biopic of all time, Dr. Dre remains one of the smartest business minds in music. The film which chronicled the life of N.W.A. helped to shed insight on the mind of the man with the billion dollar ideas.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

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Drake - Besides being one of the best lyricist in the game right now, Drake is also one smart business man. He's host and organizer of the increasingly popular OVO Fest in Canada and he's an executive of the Toronto Raptors including an image makeover for the team.(Photo: Andrew Chin/Getty Images)

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J. Cole - J.Cole talks a lot about societal issues in his music, but its the actions behind his words that make him the real MVP. Buying his childhood home on Forest Hills Drive back after being sold and turning it into a transitional home for struggling families partnered with his Dreamsville foundation prove J. Cole knows a thing or two about the hustler spirit. (Photo: Robin Marchant/Getty Images for ESPN)

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Jay-Z - There's no doubt that Jay-Z's near two decade run in the music industry is proof enough of his staying power. However his launch of the highly successful music streaming service Tidal, is just another example of why Hov is virtually untouchable. (Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Live Nation)

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Nicki Minaj - Nicki Minaj doesn't just have multiple rap personas, but this barbs got multiple business ventures too.  From her own perfumes, being a co-owner in Tidal, actress, and sold out tours, Nicki's taken Warren Buffets suggestion on 7 streams of incomes to another level. (Photo: WENN.com)

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Made-You-Look Award - Whose flyness was unparalleled?  Whether they rocked high fashion or sick retro gear, this artist owned it.

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A$AP Rocky - Fashion and Hip Hop's biggest stars have been working together since the early 90's to inspire the look of generations. In 2015, there's no artist blurring lines between the two as proudly as ASAP Mob's very own front man. Rocking Hood By Air and Raf Simon for fun, Rocky shows us the clothes don't make the man, but they do make him look fly. (Photo: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Samsung)

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Dej Loaf - Wearing a Mink, dope kicks, and glasses, Dej Loaf has made some very bold statements as one of 2015's breakout artists. Through her videos and appearance Dej Loaf is making it clear, she's every woman. (Photo: Prince Williams/WireImage)

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Drake - Champagepapi has really worked to transform his outer appearance this year and the results are amazing. Starting from the new beard to the over sized sweat shirts and jeans a la Kanye, Drake has definitely been taking notes while growing his IG followers one selfie at a time. (Photo: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

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Kanye West - Mr. "It aint Ralph ," himself has always been one to make a statement. And his wardrobe is one Mr. West holds near and dear. The mogul who debuted his first line with APC as well as the highly sought after Yeezy Boosts, continues to show the fashion world  no mercy. (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

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Nicki Minaj  - Known for her appearances on as well as off the stage, Nicki Minaj continues to grow  in music as a fashion icon. Outfitted in garbs from top designers like Phillip Plein to Chanel, Nicki continues to grow her band and her closet. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Best Club Banger - Put your drinks down and report to the dance floor immediately. When the DJ drops this record, nothing else matters.

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Big Sean f/ E-40 - IDFWU (Produced by DJ Dahi, DJ Mustard, Kanye West & Key Wane) - A night at the club quickly turns into a petty party once this infectious smash—Big Sean's biggest—hits the speakers.(Photo: GOOD Music / Def Jam)

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Dej Loaf - Try Me (Produced by DDS) - Dej Loaf became a star overnight once "Try Me" began to hit DJ playlists. The contrast of melody and murder is the perfect recipie for party dominence.(Photo: Columbia Records)

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Fetty Wap - Trap Queen (Produced by Tony Fadd) - Twenty years from now, drunken karaoke-goers will nostalgically sing the words "Hey, what's up, hello!" as loudly as possible, as a crowd sings along. But for now, Fetty Wap's "Trap Queen" gets clubs lit night in and night out.(Photo: 300 Entertainment/RGF Productions)

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Rich Homie Quan - Flex (Ooh Ooh Ooh) (Produced by DJ Spinz & Nitti Beatz) - Try not to dance to this catchy banger by the Rich Homie known as Quan. You can't. It's impossible.(Photo: Def Jam Recordings/Think It's A Game Entertainment)

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Best Mixtape - Loaded with freestyles, exclusives, unexpected collabos, or coveted remixes, mixtapes are as coveted as official album releases.

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Future - 56 Nights - Future brought madness to March with 56 Nights, one of a trill trillogy of freebie projects.(Photo: Freebandz Entertainment)

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Future - Beast Mode - Future linked up with Zaytoven for this short-but-street mixtape that shares its name with Seattle Seahawks star Marshawn Lynch'a on-turf moniker.(Photo: Freebandz Entertainment)

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Future - Monster - There goes that Future guy again. This mixtape started the hot streak that finally boiled over with the realease of DS2.(Photo: Freebandz Entertainment)

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Lil Wayne - Sorry 4 The Wait 2 - We're sorry for the wait too, Wayne. But this holdover more than made up for the delay of Tha Carter V.(Photo: Young Money Entertainment)

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Travis Scott - Days Before Rodeo - Travis Scott but the game on notice with his standout mixtape Days Before Rodeo. And now he finds himself nominated for Best Mixtape.(Photo: Grand Hustle Records)

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Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse - Sometimes a guest verse from the right MC can transform a song from cool to classic.

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Drake - Big Sean's "Blessings" - Drake blessed Big Sean's hit single with a catchy chorus and ever-quotable middle verse.(Photo: Getting Out Our Dreams/Def Jam Recordings)

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Drake - Fetty Wap's "My Way" - You knew Fetty wasn't a one-hit wonder once Drake bestowed a 16-bar verse on "My Way." It was Fetty Wap's official knighting. (Photo: Andrew Chin/Getty Images)

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E-40 - Big Sean's "I Don't F*ck With You" - E-40's Bay Area swag was the perfect finishing touch on one of the biggest rap songs of the year.(Photo: GOOD Music / Def Jam) 

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Kendrick Lamar - Classic Man Remix (Jidenna f/ Kendrick) - Making a wonda-ful appearance, Kendrick was put up to the test to present some classic bars on this "Classic Man" track and he did just that. (Photo: Wondaland Records / Epic Records)

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Lil Wayne - Truffle Butter (Nicki Minaj f/ Drake & Lil Wayne) - Lil Wayne straps up with his best bars and shoots fire! He definitely outdoes his Young Money crew on this one. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Impact Track - Beyond surface scratching, these bars featured on a song moves our culture forward with social commentary, political discourse or other thought provoking lyrics.

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Big Sean - "One Man Can Change The World" - Sean beautifully eulogizes his late grandmother on this touching track from Dark Sky Paradise.

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Common & John Legend - "Glory" - Com and the legend known as John helped bring MLK's memory back to life with this standout soundtrack song from Selma. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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J. Cole - "Apparently" - J. Cole salutes Mama Cole in-rhyme and in-song on this 2014 Forest Hills Drive cut.(Photo: Forest Hills Drive )

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J. Cole - "Be Free" - One of the first and most emotionally affecting songs to be released in the wake of Michael Brown's murder in Ferguson, "Be Free" captures the frustration, anger and despair of a people fighting against police brutality. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Anheuser-Busch)

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Kendrick Lamar - "Alright" - We didn't nominate this song as the New Black National Anthem back in March for no reason. Kendrick's hit song from To Pimp a Butterfly is still resonating and restoring hope that we in fact will be alright. (Photo: TDE/Interscope Records)

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People's Champ Award - The fans choose their favorite!

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Big Sean - "Blessings" - Big Sean is way up with yet another nomination. This one is up to the fans to decide. (Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Anheuser-Busch)

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Fetty Wap - "Trap Queen" - Will Fetty Wap's "Trap Queen" rule the People's Champ category? (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Future - "Commas" - The Future Hive will surely get the buzz going to vote for its hero's hit song, yeahhh! (Photo: Splash News) 

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Kendrick Lamar - "i" - K Dot loves himself and hip-hop fans love K Dot. Will Kendrick's Isley Brothers'-sampling single earn him an award? (Photo: C Flanigan/WireImage)

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Rae Sremmurd - "No Type" - Rae Sremmurd ain't got no type -- BET Awards is the only thing that they like. "No Type" is up for a People's Champ Award. (Photo: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for American Express)

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Rich Homie Quan - Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh) - Winning the People's Champ Award would be the ultimate "Flex" for Rich Homie Quan. Good luck! (Photo: Prince Williams/WireImage)