Hip Hop Over the Years

Flip through the great moments in Hip Hop Awards history!

Hip Hop Over the Years - Throughout the years BET’s Hip Hop Awards has had some iconic performance moments. From Missy Elliott performing in honor of the late Chris Lightly to Kanye performing with a full live orchestra behind him. No matter the moment, from the Hip Hop Awards’ inception you can bet that every MC to grace the stage has showed and proved that they’re ready and armed to take Hip Hop to the nevel. Be sure to watch the 2013 Hip Hop Awards, Tuesday, October 15th at 8P/7C to witness more classic moments in the making.

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Hip Hop Over the Years - Throughout the years BET’s Hip Hop Awards has had some iconic performance moments. From Missy Elliott performing in honor of the late Chris Lightly to Kanye performing with a full live orchestra behind him. No matter the moment, from the Hip Hop Awards’ inception you can bet that every MC to grace the stage has showed and proved that they’re ready and armed to take Hip Hop to the nevel. Be sure to watch the 2013 Hip Hop Awards, Tuesday, October 15th at 8P/7C to witness more classic moments in the making.

"Same Damn Time" - Showing that he could crank out club bangers with his rhythmic, staccato flow, Future released "Same Damn Time" as the third single from his debut album. This track, too, garnered support and then features from rap rap royality like Diddy and Luadcris on its remix. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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At the Same Time - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - That moment when vet Diddy and newcomer Future perform on the BET Hip Hop Awards 2012 stage with each other. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

 Machine Gun Kelly - We all know MGK is a “Wild Boy,” but his fans are even wilder.  At his 2012 Ohio State University concert, a riot erupted after about 100 students rushed the stage towards the end of his set, causing security and police to shut it down. However, students who attended the concert disagreed with the decision. Jamie Hufford, a nursing student and MGK fan said police "overreacted" because they don’t understand how MGK fans show love.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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No Ceilings - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) hits 'em high when he stage dives from the ceiling while performing at the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards alongside other heavyweights like Diddy, Future and French Montana. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Allow K. Dot to Introduce Himself - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - Kendrick Lamar's introductory performance to hip hop goes over well as he let's everyone know that he's far from a civilian of the rap game, spitting bar after bar of his hits "The Recipe" and "Swimming Pools"(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Missing You - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - Missy Elliott hops on stage to perform a tribute to the late Chris Lighty. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Missing You - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - Missy Elliott hops on stage to perform a tribute to the late Chris Lighty. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Winner's Circle - Hate it or love it, Fif has got his eye set on Hollywood. The Queens-bred MC has two movies releasing from Tinsel Town soon. "I did The Prince with John Cusack and Bruce Willis. I did Spy with Melissa McCarthy, Jude Law and Jason Statham," he said. He also has a TV drama, Power, coming out, plus a project with director Antoine Fuqua in the works. One last big screen secret he was willing to unleash: a movie being developed on incarcerated New York drug kingpin Lorenzo "Fat Kat" Nichols.(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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P.I.M.P - Hip Hop Awards 2012 - 50 Cent comes back home to the stage and shows he's one of the "most respected soldiers" in the rap game.(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Heavy Hitter - Hip Hop Awards 2011 - A great moment in hip hop occurred when the late "overweight lover" Heavy D performed some of his hits, like "Nuttin' But Love" and "Is It Good to You."(Photo: Paul Abell/PictureGroup)

The Dogs Are Out! - Hip Hop Awards 2011 - Remember this? Dark Man X teams up with his super producer Swizz Beatz to hit the stage with their "Ruff Ryders Anthem" and "Get at Me Dog." (Photo: Paul Abell/PictureGroup)

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The Dogs Are Out! - Hip Hop Awards 2011 - Remember this? Dark Man X teams up with his super producer Swizz Beatz to hit the stage with their "Ruff Ryders Anthem" and "Get at Me Dog." (Photo: Paul Abell/PictureGroup)

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Teflon Dons - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - "The Boss" Rick Ross performs his hit "B.M.F (Blowin' Money Fast)" with rap mogul Diddy and vet of the game MC Hammer. (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images) 

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Teflon Dons - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - "The Boss" Rick Ross performs his hit "B.M.F (Blowin' Money Fast)" with rap mogul Diddy and vet of the game MC Hammer. (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images) 

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"N----z Know" - J. Cole sounds younger and hungrier borrowing Biggie's "Notorious Thugs" flow for "N---az Know." The placement on Born Sinner /Truly Yours 3 is so awkward. It could have been left out, but his true fans will appreciate it as one more dip in the mixtape fires before sparks fly with Jhené Aiko.(Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

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Cole World - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - J. Cole gives an introduction to his world. While everyone was asking "Who dat?" Cole was letting us know his name! (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

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Do the "Humpty Dance" - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - Shock G of Digital Underground brings a retro pimp feel to his performance of Digital Underground's classic "Humpty Dance"(Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images) 

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Do the "Humpty Dance" - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - Shock G of Digital Underground brings a retro pimp feel to his performance of Digital Underground's classic "Humpty Dance"(Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images) 

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Premiere Time - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - DJ Premier and the family of Gang Starr's Guru hit the stage to lead a special tribute to the fallen Gang Starr rapper. (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

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Premiere Time - Hip Hop Awards 2010 - DJ Premier and the family of Gang Starr's Guru hit the stage to lead a special tribute to the fallen Gang Starr rapper. (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

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Champions - Hip Hop Awards 2009 - Fabolous performs alongside hitmaker The-Dream with their hit, "Throw It in the Bag," after they tossed The People's Champ Award in theirs in 2009.(Photo: Ben Rose/PictureGroup)

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Champions - Hip Hop Awards 2009 - Fabolous performs alongside hitmaker The-Dream with their hit, "Throw It in the Bag," after they tossed The People's Champ Award in theirs in 2009.(Photo: Ben Rose/PictureGroup)

"Special Education" featuring Janelle Monáe - Janelle Monáe rocks the chorus to this boombastic track armed with a rubbery rock-sounding keyboards. While the music plays, the Mob wax stylistically about the lack of creativity in hip hop music. (Photo: Ben Rose/PictureGroup)

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Age Against the Machine - Hip Hop Awards 2009 - After ten years, ATL music pioneers Goodie Mob are "Back for the First Time" performing on the stage and letting everyone hear their influential sound. (Photo: Ben Rose/PictureGroup)

Pushing the Envelope - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - The Ladies First medley was in full effect as Salt-N-Pepa and DJ Spinderella hit the stage with fellow lady legends MC Lyte, Yo-Yo and Lady of Rage. These Black girls definitely rocked the mic right!  (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Pushing the Envelope - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - The Ladies First medley was in full effect as Salt-N-Pepa and DJ Spinderella hit the stage with fellow lady legends MC Lyte, Yo-Yo and Lady of Rage. These Black girls definitely rocked the mic right!  (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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God's Son - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - Inaugural I Am Hip Hop Hall of Famer Nas performs onstage, showing us why he's a "Hero" and how "Queens Get the Money."(Photo: Frank Micelotta/Getty Images for BET)

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God's Son - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - Inaugural I Am Hip Hop Hall of Famer Nas performs onstage, showing us why he's a "Hero" and how "Queens Get the Money."(Photo: Frank Micelotta/Getty Images for BET)

In the Presence of Greatness - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - Ludacris and I Am Hip Hop Hall of Famer Rakim open up for the 2008 show. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/Getty Images for BET)

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In the Presence of Greatness - Hip Hop Awards 2008 - Ludacris and I Am Hip Hop Hall of Famer Rakim open up for the 2008 show. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/Getty Images for BET)

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Can't Tell Him Nothin' - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - Kanye West performs "Can't Tell Me Nothin" and "Good Life" while being illuminated by a white cloud of smoke and a full orchestra. Any questions? (Photo: Ben Rose/WireImage) 

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Can't Tell Him Nothin' - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - Kanye West performs "Can't Tell Me Nothin" and "Good Life" while being illuminated by a white cloud of smoke and a full orchestra. Any questions? (Photo: Ben Rose/WireImage) 

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Rap Genius - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - It's a once in a lifetime sight as rappers T.I., Busta Rhymes and Alfamega bust out an improptu rhyme while rehearsing for the 2007 show. Drop the beat! (Photo: Frank Mullen/WireImage)

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Rap Genius - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - It's a once in a lifetime sight as rappers T.I., Busta Rhymes and Alfamega bust out an improptu rhyme while rehearsing for the 2007 show. Drop the beat! (Photo: Frank Mullen/WireImage)

Return of the Kid - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - Rapper Cassidy makes himself comfortable on the stage at the 2007 Hip Hop Awards a year after running into legal trouble. The audience gave him a warm welcome. (Photo: Frank Mullen/WireImage)

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Return of the Kid - Hip Hop Awards 2007 - Rapper Cassidy makes himself comfortable on the stage at the 2007 Hip Hop Awards a year after running into legal trouble. The audience gave him a warm welcome. (Photo: Frank Mullen/WireImage)

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Rap's Dynamic Duo - Juelz Santana and Jim Jones bring the single "We Fly High" live to the Hip Hop Awards stage.(Photo: Annette Brown/Getty Images)

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Ballin' - Hip Hop Awards 2006 - Juelz Santana (L) and Jim Jones (R), half of Dipset, bring their Harlem swag to the Hip Hop Awards stage performing a medley of hits.(Photo: Annette Brown/Getty Images)

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Tha Dogfather Hits the Stage - Snoop Dogg treats the Hip Hop Awards audience to a performance of "That's That."   (Photo: Annette Brown/Getty Images)

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It's a Party - Hip Hop Awards 2006 - Uncle Snoop (center) is the life of the party as he performs at the BET Hip-Hop Awards in 2006. We're ready for him to show us a good time at BET's Hip Hop Awards 2013! (Photo: Annette Brown/Getty Images)

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Lil Jon, Young Jeezy and Co. Rep the ATL - Lil' Jon, Jermaine Dupri, Ludacris and Young Jeezy perform "Welcome to Atlanta" at the 2006 Hip Hop Awards.(Photo: Rick Diamond/WireImage for BET Network)

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Southern Hospitality - Hip Hop Awards 2006 - The legion of ATLiens, a.k.a Lil' Jon, Jermaine Dupri, Ludacris and Young Jeezy, perform "Welcome to Atlanta." Be sure to catch more classic moments yet to be logged on the 2013 Hip Hop Awards on Tuesday, October 15th at 8P/7C.(Photo: Rick Diamond/WireImage for BET Network)