BET Awards 2012: Highlights

Check out highlights from the 2012 BET Awards!

Lawd Have MERCY It's G.O.O.D Music! - Hip hop super group G.O.O.D Music set the tone for a show that was #TOOBigToMiss when they opened with a damn good performance of "Mercy" and "Too Cold." "Ye finished out the set with with an accapella hit sixteen.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Lawd Have MERCY It's G.O.O.D Music! - Hip hop super group G.O.O.D Music set the tone for a show that was #TOOBigToMiss when they opened with a damn good performance of "Mercy" and "Too Cold." Ye finished out the set with with an a capella.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

That Ish Cray! Sam & Spike's N----s in Paris Parody - Who could possibly top Jay & 'Ye's "N----s in Paris"? A Sam and Spike one/two, that's who! The hilarious industry legends ROCked out a parody of the hit rap single.(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For Polk)

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That Ish Cray! Sam & Spike's "N----s in Paris" Parody - Who could possibly top Jay & 'Ye's "N----s in Paris"? A Samuel L. Jackson and Spike Lee one-two, that's who! The hilarious industry legends ROCked out a performance of the hit single.(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For Polk)

Usher  - This year, the R&B icon released his latest album Looking 4 Myself. At the Soul Train Awards, he'll be looking to win in several categories: Best R&B/Soul Male Artist, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter's Award and Best Dance Performance.   (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For Polk)

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It's Ur-sher, Baby! - Usher brought the audience to a "Climax" as he performed his hit R&B song! His voice wasn't the only thing that had the ladies sweatin'. Usher obviously got down at the gym for this performance!

Beez in the Trap - Nicki Minaj dancing during her performance at the 2012 BET Awards.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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In Da Trap With Nicki Minaj - The current queen of rap dawned all black for her performance of "Champion," and brought out 2 Chaiiiinz to rip "Beez in the Trap."(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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How Does It Feel... - ...for singer D'Angelo to be on stage during the 2012 BET Awards? Not sure, but he definitely delivered with this comeback performance.There could be some surprise performances during the BET Awards '13!(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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How Does It Feel to Have D'Angelo Back? - If the years away from the stage have done anything, it's made D'Angelo's swagger and sultry singing voice even better. He brought the funk with his performance of his sexy hit "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" and "Sugar Daddy."(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Samuel L. Jackson: House Husband Extraordinaire - Now, can we really see the almighty Samuel L. Jackson as a stay-at-home house husbands? Maybe not, but he made it believable in this hilarious hit skit. (Photo: BET)

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Samuel L. Jackson: House Husband Extraordinaire - Now, can we really see the almighty Samuel L. Jackson as a stay-at-home house husband? Maybe not, but he made it so believable in this hilarious hit skit. (Photo: BET)

Money, Maybachs and Magic? Must BE MMG - Poof! Between Wale's swag, Meek Mill's lyrical prowess, and Rick Ross sexy belly, MMG had us hypnotized throughout their entire performance of "Bag of Money," "So Sophisticated," and "Black Magic." (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Money, Maybachs and Magic? Must BE MMG - Poof! Wale, Meek Mill and Rick Ross had us hypnotized throughout MMG's entire performance of "Bag of Money," "So Sophisticated" and "Black Magic." (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

Mr. and Mrs. Carter - The power couple share a loving exchange. (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images for BET)

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A Bey-utiful Moment - When Beyoncé and Jay-Z were both up for "Video of the Year," it was a win-win situation for that household. But being the fierce competitor she is, Bey was ready to duke it out when her husband won. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Big Sean is the G.O.O.D Best New Artist - Big Sean deserved the Best New Artist award with his bevy of hits this year including "Marvin Gaye and Chardonnay," "Dance" and "I Do It." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For Polk)

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Big Sean Wins Best New Artist - Big Sean deserved the Best New Artist award with his bevy of hits this year including "Marvin Gaye and Chardonnay," "Dance" and "I Do It." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For Polk)

Thank You. Far Too Kind. - Comedian and actor Kevin Hart accepts the award for Best Actor.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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The Most Bootlegged Actor of All Time - When comedian Kevin Hart accepted his award for Best Actor for his role in Think Like a Man, we didn't know what kind of acceptance speech he'd make. The hilarious funnyman went into a diatribe about being the most bootlegged actor ever!(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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"Kanye, I'm-a let you finish but..." - When Jay-Z and Kanye West (a.k.a. The Throne) won the Video of the Year award, the acceptance speech was going normal until it was 'Ye's turn. You'd think Kanye would be the one to start the speech-interruption antics, but when Jay-Z interrupted 'Ye's speech in the style of his infamous Taylor Swift/MTV incident, all he could do was laugh. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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"Kanye, I'm-a let you finish but..." - When Jay-Z and Kanye West (a.k.a. The Throne) won the Video of the Year award, the acceptance speech was going normal until it was 'Ye's turn. You'd think Kanye would be the one to start some antics, but when Jay-Z interrupted 'Ye's speech in the style of his infamous Taylor Swift MTV incident, all he could do was laugh.  (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Yeah 3X - Chris Brown gives his all on the 2012 BET Awards stage. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Dreamin' 'Bout Chris Brown - Dear Chris Brown, you'll definitely be in lots of girls' dreams tonight, and we bet they won't want to wake up either! C. Breezy definitely had all the ladies screaming during his shirtless performance of "Don't Wake Me Up." (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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"We'll always have the music..." - Mariah Carey eloquently spoke about her relationship with the late legend Whitney Houston, bringing to light her genuine spirit, and timeless music. “Whitney was not to be messed with. We really got know each other as people, not divas... She was a hilarious person with a cutting sense of humor that’s why we got along. She was real. If you really knew Whitney, you had to love her... I miss my friend, I miss her voice and laughter, but we’ll always have the music.” (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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"We'll always have the music..." - Mariah Carey spoke passionately about her relationship with the late legend Whitney Houston, bringing to light her genuine spirit and timeless music. “Whitney was not to be messed with. We really got to know each other as people, not divas... She was a hilarious person with a cutting sense of humor, that’s why we got along. She was real. If you really knew Whitney, you had to love her... I miss my friend, I miss her voice and laughter, but we’ll always have the music.”(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

Monica Takes Us to Church - Monica gave a soul stirring rendition of "I Love the Lord," giving us chills reminiscent of the icon herself, Whitney Houston!(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Monica Takes Us to Church - Monica gave a soul stirring rendition of "I Love the Lord," giving us chills reminiscent of the icon herself, Whitney Houston!(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Brandy's Our Baby Tonight - Brandy absolutely brought down the house with her perfectly pitched, energy-driven rendition of, "I'm Your Baby Tonight," and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" during the Whitney tribute.(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Brandy's Our Baby Tonight - Brandy absolutely brought down the house with her perfectly pitched, energy-driven renditions of "I'm Your Baby Tonight," and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" during the Whitney tribute.(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Grand Finale - Cissy Houston finishes her tribute to her daughter Whitney Houston strong. The strength and talent are undeniable.   You'll see more strong, heartfelt, and warm performance at this year's BET Awards '13. Anything Can Happen!(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Not a Dry Eye - Cissy Houston singing "Bridge Over Troubled Water" really brought home the fact that our legend Whitney Houston is gone. Her emotionally filled rendition had us reflecting on our loved ones, and listening closely for just a small inflection of Whitney's voice in her own.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

Chaka Khan Represents for Every Woman - Chaka Khan was the perfect woman to close out the Whitney Houston tribute. Leading ladies like Beyoncé, Angela Bassette and Elle Varner all sang along to the woman's anthem, "I'm Every Woman." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Chaka Khan Represents for Every Woman - Chaka Khan was the perfect woman to close out the Whitney Houston tribute. Leading ladies like Beyoncé, Angela Bassett and Elle Varner all sang along to the woman's anthem, "I'm Every Woman." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

Moment to Exhale - Presenters Angela Bassett; Lela Rochon and Loretta Devine speak about their dear friend Nippy on stage.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Waiting to Exhale - Waiting to Exhale actresses Angela Bassett, Lela Rochon and Loretta Devine came out in support of their beloved cast member. They mused on her professionalism, poise and undeniable sparkle.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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A Musical Match Made in Heaven - A musical match made in heaven came together when old school and new school R&B merged in a gorgeous way. Tyrese performed in Maze Featuring Frankie Beverley's tribute and the man himself got in on the action.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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A Musical Match Made in Heaven - Old school and new school R&B merged in a gorgeous way during this performance. Tyrese sang in Maze featuring Frankie Beverley's tribute and the man himself got in on the action.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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The Quintessential Performers: Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly - Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly was honored with the Cadillac Lifetime Achievement award for their extensive catalog of hits and unparalled live performance style. They closed out their own tribute with the hit, "Before I Let Go." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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The Quintessential Performers: Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly - The group was honored with the Cadillac Lifetime Achievement award for their extensive catalog of hits and unparalled live performance style. They closed out their own tribute with the hit "Before I Let Go." (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For BET)

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Civily Righteous: Al Sharpton - In true Sharpton style, when Rev. Al Sharpton accepted his Humanitarian Award presented by State Farm from Chairman and CEO of BET Networks Debra Lee, he found a way to infuse a social message into his thank you. Speaking on voting in the upcoming election, his message was simple: "Don't do it for Obama, do it for your mama." (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Civily Righteous: Rev. Al Sharpton - In true Sharpton style, when the political activist accepted his Humanitarian Award presented by State Farm from Chairman and CEO of BET Networks Debra Lee, he found a way to infuse a social message into his thank you. Speaking on voting in the upcoming election, his message was simple: "Don't do it for Obama, do it for your mama." (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)