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Woo Hah! Busta Rhymes Has These Signature Fashion Staples That Make Him A Style Icon

The BET Hip Hop Awards nominee has serious swag.

In 1990, Busta Rhymes stepped on the scene with advanced rap skills, unique fashion, and statement-making hair that instantly solidified his position as a hip hop legend. 

Over the years, the New York rapper has become known for signature style moments that keep fans screaming "Gimme Some More."  

As we gear up for the  2021 BET Hip Hop Awards, see some of the most iconic fashion staples from the out-of-the-box lyricist, who was recently nominated for an award as the Best Live Performer. We promise this mini style guide doesn’t disappoint! 

  1. Bold And Eye-Catching Patterns

    (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)

    Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

    (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)

    Since the beginning, Busta Rhymes has displayed his love for bold and eye-catching patterns. Below, Take a look at his appearance on the 1997 MTV Video Music Awards red carpet and the time he donned a colorful sleeveless jacket at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

  2. (Photo by Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images)

    Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images

    (Photo by Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images)
  3. Muscles Revealing Gear

    (Photo by Kevin Winter/ImageDirect)

    Kevin Winter/ImageDirect

    (Photo by Kevin Winter/ImageDirect)

    Busta Rhymes isn’t shy about flaunting his muscular physique. Check out the time he bared his biceps in a sleeveless teal button-down at the Hip Hop Awards, plus the memorable moment when he showed off his tattoos in Vegas.

  4. (Photo by Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic)

    Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic

    (Photo by Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic)
  5. All About The Fur

    (Photo by Peter Kramer/Getty Images)

    Photo by Peter Kramer/Getty Images

    (Photo by Peter Kramer/Getty Images)

    While the rapper may enjoy catching some rays in a muscle tee during the warmer months, once winter comes around, Rhymes is usually bundled up in the finest furs. See the floor-length coat lined with fur that he rocked at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ 35th birthday bash in 2004, along with the time he adorned a baby blue jacket that boasted a thick fur neckline during a performance.

  6. (Photo by Brian Killian/Getty Images)

    Brian Killian/Getty Images

    (Photo by Brian Killian/Getty Images)
  7. Bold Bling

    (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

    Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

    (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

    Jewelry is a staple for most hip hop artists, and Busta Rhymes is no different. Keep scrolling to see the diamond-embellished pendant we couldn’t keep our eyes off of during the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards, and the entertainer’s iced-out bangles that wowed us at the 2012 BET Awards.

  8. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)

    Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET

    (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)

    Watch the 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards on Tuesday, October 5 at 9 PM ET/PT.

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