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The BET Hip Hop Awards 2012 Rehearsals - It's finally going down hip hop heads! The rehearsals for the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards are happening as we speak, and of course our host Mike Epps is cutting up! Keep clicking to see what's going on!(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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The Host: Mike Epps - Mike Epps couldn't hide his swag as he rehearsed his surprise, full orchestra open at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center in Atlanta for the awards. Want to see what the classical feature is all about? Tune in Tuesday, October 9, 8P/7C.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Swag So Bright He Needs Shades - Only Mike Epps could pull of wearing shades with no sun. Don't try to trend unless you have as much swag as him. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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The Set - The set is hot, the set is hot, hot, hot! Pyrotechnics, flashing lights, high-tech big screens. The BET Hip Hop Awards 2012 has the best set on TV.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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BOSS Rick Ross - Ricky Rozay brought his brand of boss-ness even to rehearsal! The larger-than-life rapper rocked "Hold Me Back." (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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MMG in the Building! - Is Maybach Music Group trying to stage a hip hop takeover? If that's their intention, they're coming pretty close with this show-stopping performance.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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What a BOSS Looks Like - This is what a real rap boss looks like! Rick Ross gives his everything, even in rehearsal.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Maybach Crooner Music - Omarion brings just the right balance of R&B sexy to Maybach Music Group! Catch him performing "Ice Cold" this Tuesday, October 9, 8P/7C!(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Musically Matching - Rick Ross and Omarion's crew swag is down so tight that they even match in rehearsal. Who would have known that this musical marriage would work so well. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Maybach O - Omarion's praticing his cool stance for the real show. Want to watch him work? Tune in Tuesday, October 9, 8P/7C! (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Kendrick's Recipe - The audience got wet with Kendrick Lamar as he rehearsed "The Recipe" and "Swimming Pools." Kendrick Lamar performs onstage at the BET Hip Hop Awards 2012 Rehearsals at Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center on September 28, 2012, in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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New Hip Hop Vet - Kendrick may be new to the mainstream hip hop scene, but his lyrical prowess is quickly moving him to vet status. He brought everything, even during rehearsal. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Meek Bangz - Kirko Bangz and Meek Mill have perfect hip hop synergy on stage as they rehearse. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Chuuuuurch! - Meek Mill rehearsed his controversial hit single, "Amen!" (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Kirko Is Young and Gettin' It - This will be Kirko Bangz first time on the Hip Hop Awards mainstage! He excitedly rehearsed his single, "Young and Gettin' It."(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Hip Hop Heavy-Hitting Duo - Meek and Kirko's rehearsal whet your appetite for more? Can't wait to see these young hip hop stars perform? Tune in Tuesday, October 9, 8P/7C for the performance! (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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A King of Oneself - The self-proclaimed King of the South, T.I., steps to the rehearsal stage. Fans will notice that T.I. is wearing a tank top from his clothing line A.K.O.O., which stands for A King of Oneself.  (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Bringing That Southern Energy - The Georgia native keeps the energy going while running down a rehearsal set list that includes songs like "Trap Back Jumpin'" and "Go Get It." (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Swagger Like His - T.I. wraps up his rehearsal with a confident pose. Tune in on October 9 at 8P/7C to watch T.I. light up the Hip Hop Awards! (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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TRUly Talented - 2 Chainz sits down at a piano to tap into another side of his musical talents. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Smooth Transition - The guest feature phenom steps out to a rehearsal that involves machine generated fog, possibly symbolic of his smooth delivery. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Get Ready - 2 Chainz finishes off his high-octane rehearsal set, giving those in attendance a reason to be excited. Get ready for his thrilling performance at the Hip Hop Awards on October 9 at 8P/7C.(Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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The Prince of the City Arrives - Wiz Khalifa makes a grand entrance to his rehearsal set. Channeling '80s rock star style, Khalifa epitomizes the new age rap star: dexterous enough to rap over anything and equally as fashion conscious.  (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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The Preparation - Wiz gets in the mood by bouncing around on stage. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)

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Going Hard - Wiz Khalifa lights up the stage with his hit "Work Hard, Play Hard." He also makes sure to highlight his rock star influece by tying a sash around the microphone poll, a la Aerosmith. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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Same Gang - Wiz Khalifa brings out recently signed Taylor Gang artist and Memphis rap legend Juicy J for a quick rehearsal. (Photo: Chris McKay/Getty Images for BET)

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