T.I. Road to the BET Awards

Nothing is mediocre when the king performs.

T.I. - Tip's No Mercy hit stores in 2010 after his return to prison. The album went through some last minute changes, which included the title. The project was to be called King Uncaged until he violated his probation.(Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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The Paper Trail Continues! - Looks like Mr. Rubberband Man himself is bouncing back to the BET Awards stage! This shouldn't surprise anyone as he has had a wildly successful year since his last appearance. Check out his journey. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

Most Wanted Rapper – (July 2013) - Coming off the BET Awards, T.I. went right to work and joined Lil Wayne on the America’s Most Wanted tour. It was a return to form as T.I. made sure to keep the crowd hot with excitement as he performed a mix of new music and classic hits. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Most Wanted Rapper – (July 2013) - Coming off the BET Awards, T.I. went right to work and joined Lil Wayne on the America’s Most Wanted tour. It was a return to form as T.I. made sure to keep the crowd hot with excitement as he performed a mix of new music and classic hits. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Upscale Hustle – (October 2013) - T.I. covered Upscale magazine in which he discussed fatherhood and reinventing himself. From an Urban Legend to a proud father, T.I. is ready for the next chapter of his life. (Photo: Upscale Magazine, October 2013)

Everyday He's Hustlin' – (November 2013) - In late 2013, T.I. brought his Grand Hustle label to Columbia Records. His last album,Trouble Man, was released via Atlantic and his final one with the label. All acts signed to Grand Hustle now have Columbia to call their home. (Photo: Grand Hustle)

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Everyday He's Hustlin' – (November 2013) - In late 2013, T.I. brought his Grand Hustle label to Columbia Records. His last album,Trouble Man, was released via Atlantic and his final one with the label. All acts signed to Grand Hustle now have Columbia to call their home. (Photo: Grand Hustle)

Soul Train Awards 2013, Performance, Jennifer Hudson, T.I.

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Atlanta Soul – (December 2013) - T.I. came through to Soul Train Awards 2013 as a guest during Jennifer Hudson's set in which the two performed "I Can't Describe (The Way I Feel)." The song "Blurred Lines" also won an award, which he was present to accept on behalf of Robin Thicke. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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T.I., Paperwork: The Motion Picture - T.I.'s got a new deal for his Grand Hustle with the house that Nas and Beyoncé helped build (Columbia) and he's got a new album to go along with it: Paperwork: The Motion Picture (formerly known as Trouble Man II). We can only imagine what the southern king has to say after all the drama he went through last year, the sudden death of one of his Grand Hustle signees, Doe B, and a successful year for another, B.o.B.(Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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All About That Paperwork – (January 2014) - Kicking the new year off strong, TI announced the title of his next album, Paperwork: The Motion Picture. Though it had already been announced, the producer for the album will be none other than his "Blurred Lines" collaborator Pharrell Williams. (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Swagger Like Theirs – (February 2014) - Grand Hustle made their presence felt at SXSW. Fueling their buzz was a mitxape collaboration with DJ Whoo Kid. (Photo: Roger Kisby/Getty Images)

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Swagger Like Theirs – (February 2014) - Grand Hustle made their presence felt at SXSW. Fueling their buzz was a mitxape collaboration with DJ Whoo Kid. (Photo: Roger Kisby/Getty Images)

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On the Acting Tip – (March 2014) - T.I. continues to flex his acting chops. Though his big screen debut wa in the movie ATL, keen TV watchers will notice that T.I. has made appearances on some fairly notable scripted dramas. His most recent turn was on the series House of Lies alongside Don Cheadle. (Photo: Greg Gayne/SHOWTIME)

Wow the Crowd - T.I., Hugh Jackman and LL Cool J perform on stage during the 68th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions)

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Tip Lookin' Tony – (June 2014) - Maybe it was a warm up for the BET Awards, but earlier in the month, T.I. made an appearance alongside LL Cool J at the Tony Awards. Who better than to join them as a surprise guest than X-Men star Hugh Jackman. (Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions)

Rap Stars - T.I. and Iggy Azalea pose for a pic after performing at Raven Nightclub in NYC. (Photo: Splash News)

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Mediocrity Is Not in Their Names – (June 2014) - With his Grand Hustle artist Iggy Azalea climbing up the charts, T.I. decided it was only right to release the first single off of Paperwork, "No Mediocre," which featured the rapstress.(Photo: Splash News)

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A King Meets a Queen – (June 2014) - After the release of "No Mediocre," T.I. dropped by 106 & Park to discuss the song, the video and Iggy Azalea. He also kicked it with the other guest for that episode, Jennifer Lopez, who was in town promoting her new music as well. (Photo: Bennett Raglin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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A King Meets a Queen – (June 2014) - After the release of "No Mediocre," T.I. dropped by 106 & Park to discuss the song, the video and Iggy Azalea. He also kicked it with the other guest for that episode, Jennifer Lopez, who was in town promoting her new music as well. (Photo: Bennett Raglin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

T.I. - T.I. is vying for Hustler of the Year and what else would you expect from a proven vet who touts Grand Hustle as his label and Hustle Gang as his crew? It's only right, right? Besides bolstering his music crew, Tip has also continued with his VH1 reality show. Now that's some paperwork.(Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images for BET)

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He's Still Serious – (June 2014) - And just like that, T.I. returns to the BET Awards off the strength of another year full of collaborations. Tune in on June 29 at 8P/7C to see him rock BET Awards 2014! (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images for BET)