BET Awards 2013 Performers

Check out who's set to blaze the stage at BET Awards 2013!

Road to the BET Awards 2013 - After spending the past couple of years shifting focus back to his music, Chris Brown is on top again. Breezy electrified audiences at the BET Awards last year with a pair of performances that showed off his voice, his moves and his fit body. What will he do to top himself this year? We'll have to wait until June 30 to find out. In the mean time, let's take a look back at the singer's remarkable year. (Photo: C Flanigan/FilmMagic)

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Chris Brown - Can't get enough of Breezy? R&B/pop's most prominent hit maker is back again ready set the stage ablaze with a performance that will defy the laws of physics. (Photo: C Flanigan/FilmMagic)

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Class Acts: Charlie Wilson - Only a chosen few can say they've made history twice, once with a pioneering R&B group, and again as a solo artist. Way before Beyoncé did it there was Mr. Charlie Wilson. Here are just a few of the reasons why the "You Are" singer is a Class Act. (Photo: Mike Stotts / WENN)

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Charlie Wilson - Not only will he be honored during the evening, but the Gap Band vocalist will be on stage to belt out his signature tunes and recent hits for all to enjoy. (Photo: Mike Stotts / WENN)

R. Kelly - Kells! Songwriter, producer and visionary R. Kelly is an R&B pioneer whose cross-generational appeal will surely bring together fans from all over. Expect nothing but pure brilliance when he hits the stage!Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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R. Kelly - Kells! Songwriter, producer and visionary R. Kelly is an R&B pioneer whose cross-generational appeal will surely bring together fans from all over. Expect nothing but pure brilliance when he hits the stage!Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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Miguel - Considered by many to be the leading face of contemporary R&B, Miguel will conjure up his live show magic for a thrilling performance at BET Awards 2013. Can't wait to watch? Buy a ticket to BET Experience's Saturday night show to catch him alongside J.Cole and Snoop Dogg.  Photo: CBS/Monty Brinton /Landov)

Sing About Him - Kendrick Lamar turns 29 today (June 17) and to celebrate the good kid, we're taking a look at some of his highlights, for a career that's reaching epic levels. Read on. — BET Staff(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Kendrick Lamar - California's current reigning rap champion brings his brand of thought-provoking hip hop to the stage in the city in which he was raised. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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"I Just Called to Say I Love You," Stevie Wonder - Stevie Wonder streamlined and simplfied his complex '70s sound to fit into the commerical grooves of the Big '80s. This infectious 1984 track was a Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning song and went on to spend time in the No. 1 slot on both the Billboard R&B and Pop charts. Stevie is the only voice music purists really want to hear serenading on this song. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Stevie Wonder - Few musicians have the artistry, talent and longevity of Stevie Wonder. Enjoy his timeless tunes performed by R&B's true living legends in true BET Awards style. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Nicki Minaj - Having conquered hip hop and pop, the Pink Friday rapstress makes her way to BET Awards 2013 for another endearing performance that will surely blow minds. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Pepsi)

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Nicki Minaj - Having conquered hip hop and pop, the Pink Friday rapstress makes her way to BET Awards 2013 for another endearing performance that will surely blow minds. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Pepsi)

"Super Turnt Up" - Accompanied by swirling synth progressions, Ciara sings about longing for her lover. "You'll go out of your way to make me happy," she celebrates.  (Photo: Rodrigo Vaz/Getty Images)

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Ciara - With dance moves that continue to influence and receive attention Ciara's ability to perform is unprecedented. If you forgot, then get familiar again as Ciara is set to rock the house at BET Awards 2013. (Photo: Rodrigo Vaz/Getty Images)

A True Tribute - May 20, 2012 - What's better than receiving a tribute performance from India.Arie? The singer performed a musical tribute for United Nations Ambassador Andrew Young at his 80th birthday celebration.Other attendees at the event included Oprah Winfrey, T.I. and Tyrese.(Photo: Paras Griffin/Landov)

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India.Arie - The soul siren who is more than her hair will bring her Coco Butter infused flair to the BET Awards this year! (Photo: Paras Griffin /Landov)

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Snoop Dogg aka Snoop Lion - L.A.'s finest is in the hizzle! Watch as Snoop brings his "lion's" share of West Coast flavor to the BET Awards stage. (Photo: Justin Barlow/Getty Images for MTV Base)

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Robin Thicke  - Don't miss the "Blurred Lines" belter in action on June 30! 

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Robin Thicke  - Don't miss the "Blurred Lines" belter in action on June 30! 

Justin Timberlake  - Ready your suit and tie, JT is hitting the stage! Will he have a special guest? We can't tell you but we can tell you this: Anything can happen! 

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Justin Timberlake  - Ready your suit and tie, JT is hitting the stage! Will he have a special guest? We can't tell you but we can tell you this: Anything can happen! 

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Crime Stopper Tip - T.I. recorded a crime stoppers commercial in 2010 encouraging people to report crimes in their neighborhood. The commercial was part of T.I.'s community service to limit his jail sentence after his infamous arrest for trying to purchase illegal guns. T.I.'s commercial called for people to report crimes anonymously to the police to receive rewards. (Photo: Paras Griffin /Landov)

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T.I.  - The self-proclaimed "King of the South" is gearing up to attend and perform at the 2013 BET Awards! 

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Futuristic Performance – June 30, 2013 - With more confidence than a fully gassed rocket launcher, Janelle Monae is poised yet refreshingly energetic. She's pretty much built to be seen on the biggest night in music.As said before we're confident Monae will not disappoint on June 30 at 8P/7C. You just get ready!(Photo: Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images)

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Janelle Monáe - She's known for electrifying the stage every time she steps foot on it. June 30 will be no exception. Don't miss Janelle Monáe during the biggest night in music. 

"One More Try" - Mimi has always credited her success to God, and she takes you to church on this cover of George Michael's 1987 ballad. But while the original is already amazing, Mariah's remake is over the top, bringing the traditionally one-leveled track to a multi-dimensional sonic explosion that only the Diva of Pop can deliver.

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Mariah Carey - One of R&B's original divas joins BET Awards to take us on a new musical journey. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Caesars Entertainment)

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Jamie Foxx - The multi-talented entertainer brings his trademark performance style to BET Awards. (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)

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Jamie Foxx - The multi-talented entertainer brings his trademark performance style to BET Awards. (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)

Flower Power - We love a man that’s comfortable enough in his masculinity to rock whatever he wants. Daisies on a camo-print fitted? All in a day’s work for him. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for PURE Nightclub)

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Pharrell Williams - The space-aged artist joins BET Awards for what will surely be a funky good time. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for PURE Nightclub)

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Tamela Mann - Tamela will radiantly shine at the BET Awards! Be prepared to hear her sing. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for NAACP)

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Tamela Mann - Tamela will radiantly shine at the BET Awards! Be prepared to hear her sing. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for NAACP)

Kirk Franklin - Kirk is at again! Make sure to watch him bring his dynamic energy to BET Awards 2013. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

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Kirk Franklin - Kirk is at again! Make sure to watch him bring his dynamic energy to BET Awards 2013. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

Best Live Performer: J. Cole - J. Cole commands an audience as one of hip hop music’s most potent lyricists. (Photo: IconicPix/WENN.com)

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J. Cole - The Roc Nation superstar was born ready for this moment. Check him out at the BET Awards! (Photo: IconicPix/WENN.com)

Rock the Chainz  - 2 Chainz hit the Rock the Bells stage with his trademark energy. Although RTB is typically known for more traditional rap acts, 2 Chainz's witty one liners and penchant for humor has swayed over even the most uptight rap fan.(Photo: Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic)

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2 Chainz - One of rap's current powerhouses will light up the stage in the way that he knows best: style. (Photo: Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic)