HHA 12: All-Access Pass

Consider your access granted to the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards!

Color Coordination - Young Jeezy and Sean Combs, 'P. Diddy' chop it up back stage. Clearly the theme of the evening is black apparel, shades and modest chains.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Color Coordination - Young Jeezy and Sean Combs, 'P. Diddy' chop it up back stage. Clearly the theme of the evening is black apparel, shades and modest chains.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Bossy Seating Arrangements - Rick Ross sits next to recent Maybach Music Group signee Gunplay, while DJ Khaled and Ace Hood sit comfortably behind them. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Bossy Seating Arrangements - Rick Ross sits next to recent Maybach Music Group signee Gunplay, while DJ Khaled and Ace Hood sit comfortably behind them. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

iPhone 5 Chainz - If wearing five chains weren't enough Meek Mill stunts on us even harder by showing off what we suspect is the iPhone 5. Of course we can't confirm that this is an iPhone 5 because, well, no one has received there order yet. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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iPhone 5 Chainz - If wearing five chains weren't enough Meek Mill stunts on us even harder by showing off what we suspect is the iPhone 5. Of course we can't confirm that this is an iPhone 5 because, well, no one has received there order yet. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Much Respect - New York stand up! RZA and Busta Rhymes give each other a pound to signify the strength of New York City rappers.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Much Respect - New York stand up! RZA and Busta Rhymes give each other a pound to signify the strength of New York City rappers.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

BX in the House - Fat Joe who was in attendance as part of the Chris Lighty tribute flashes the peace sign while watching the awards show.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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BX in the House - Fat Joe who was in attendance as part of the Chris Lighty tribute flashes the peace sign while watching the awards show.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Good Job, Great Effort - Young Jeezy congratulates Diddy on a well-done performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Good Job, Great Effort - Young Jeezy congratulates Diddy on a well-done performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Proud Parent - Although he claims to want one thing for his birthday, the reality is 2 Chainz is a loving father who clearly enjoys spending time with his daughter. Not only did he keep her entertained during the show, he walked the red carpet with her.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Proud Parent - Although he claims to want one thing for his birthday, the reality is 2 Chainz is a loving father who clearly enjoys spending time with his daughter. Not only did he keep her entertained during the show, he walked the red carpet with her.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

Bad Boy Came Out to Plaaaaay - MGK and Diddy throw it up together after an incredible performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Bad Boy Came Out to Plaaaaay - MGK and Diddy throw it up together after an incredible performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

King Amongst Kings - Rather than throw up the peace sign, T.I. gave a hearty salute to cameras backstage.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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King Amongst Kings - Rather than throw up the peace sign, T.I. gave a hearty salute to cameras backstage.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Rakim Is Hip Hop - This evening's honoree, Rakim, shows off the I Am Hip Hop Award that he received on-stage.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Rakim Is Hip Hop - This evening's honoree, Rakim, shows off the I Am Hip Hop Award that he received on-stage.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Joe Got Next - Fat Joe poses makes his way from the audience to the backstage area where he will prepare for his performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Joe Got Next - Fat Joe poses makes his way from the audience to the backstage area where he will prepare for his performance. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

At the Same Damn Time - Who knew Kendrick Lamar was such a talented multi-tasker? He was nominated, he performed and presented. Here he's backstage throwing up the peace sign and repping for Los Angeles.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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At the Same Damn Time - Who knew Kendrick Lamar was such a talented multi-tasker? He was nominated, he performed and presented. Here he's backstage throwing up the peace sign and repping for Los Angeles.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Flying High - MGK looks calm, laid back, and relaxed in his seat at the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards, but we all know that he's really a wild boy. He's so wild that during his performance he was caught rapping from the ceiling. This guy has no limits! (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Flying High - MGK looks calm, laid back, and relaxed in his seat at the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards, but we all know that he's really a wild boy. He's so wild that during his performance he was caught rapping from the ceiling. This guy has no limits! (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

Doin' Him - One to always rep his city, Rocko was in full effect at the Hip Hop Awards doing what he does best... him. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Doin' Him - One to always rep his city, Rocko was in full effect at the Hip Hop Awards doing what he does best... him. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Takin' It There - Jeezy took a minute to stunt for the cameras backstage before joining Wiz Khalifa onstage for the smash hit "Work Hard, Play Hard." If anyone knows about hard work paying off, it's Jeezy!  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Takin' It There - Jeezy took a minute to stunt for the cameras backstage before joining Wiz Khalifa onstage for the smash hit "Work Hard, Play Hard." If anyone knows about hard work paying off, it's Jeezy!  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Without A Cup - The song that made Kirko Bangz a star, "Drank In My Cup" got him all the way to this year's BET Hip Hop Awards. The Southern rapper hit the stage with Meek Mill and once again, showed the world that he's here to stay and ready to dominate the rap game.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Without A Cup - The song that made Kirko Bangz a star, "Drank In My Cup" got him all the way to this year's BET Hip Hop Awards. The Southern rapper hit the stage with Meek Mill and once again, showed the world that he's here to stay and ready to dominate the rap game.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Love and Hip Hop... Literally - In case you were wondering if the drama on Vh1's Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta is real, then you have you answer here since Joseline and Stevie J attended the Hip Hop Awards together. Peep how cozy they are in this candid photo with hip hop superstar and exec, Akon! (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Love and Hip Hop... Literally - In case you were wondering if the drama on Vh1's Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta is real, then you have you answer here since Joseline and Stevie J attended the Hip Hop Awards together. Peep how cozy they are in this candid photo with hip hop superstar and exec, Akon! (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Enjoying the Show - The undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. takes a moment to strike a non-fighting pose during Hip Hop Awards. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Enjoying the Show - The undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. takes a moment to strike a non-fighting pose during Hip Hop Awards. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

Iron Grip - Behold the power of the Abbot! The RZA clenches his iron fist--fitting for the man that wrote and stars in the upcoming film, The Man with the Iron Fists.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Iron Grip - Behold the power of the Abbot! The RZA clenches his iron fist--fitting for the man that wrote and stars in the upcoming film, The Man with the Iron Fists.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Mystikal Science Theater - Although laying relatively low in the audience Mystikal showed love to the camera when he could. The New Orleans rapper will be making an appearance in this year's Cypher as well.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Mystikal Science Theater - Although laying relatively low in the audience Mystikal showed love to the camera when he could. The New Orleans rapper will be making an appearance in this year's Cypher as well.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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From DC to ATL - Wale casually rolls into the Atlanta Civic Center. Unlike some of his contemporaries, he is content with one chain and medallion.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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From DC to ATL - Wale casually rolls into the Atlanta Civic Center. Unlike some of his contemporaries, he is content with one chain and medallion.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Go, Ninja, Go Ninja, Go! - The notion of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles attending the BET Hip Hop Awards might seem dismissable at first, but they may very well be one of the most hip hop franchises in TV history. Case in point, two of their foes went by the names Bebop and Rocksteady, and the movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: Secret of the Ooze featured a performance by Vanilla Ice where he introduced us to the campy hit "The Ninja Rap." (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Go, Ninja, Go Ninja, Go! - The notion of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles attending the BET Hip Hop Awards might seem dismissable at first, but they may very well be one of the most hip hop franchises in TV history. Case in point, two of their foes went by the names Bebop and Rocksteady, and the movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: Secret of the Ooze featured a performance by Vanilla Ice where he introduced us to the campy hit "The Ninja Rap." (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

Gold Standard - French Montana arrives backstage draped in a Versace-inspired robe with matching gold chains. Who says the 90's isn't back in style?(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

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Gold Standard - French Montana arrives backstage draped in a Versace-inspired robe with matching gold chains. Who says the 90's isn't back in style?(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)