![]() ![]() It’s hard to tell if it was by design, but at times, the overall presentation felt disorganized, lacking a clear direction. Moreover, the performances for Hip-Hop 50 lacked coherence, with artists like Yoyo, Tyga, E-40, and Coco Jones appearing back-to-back without a clear thematic structure. Towards the end of the show, you begin to realize that a handful of awards went unannounced - Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, Best Group, Best Collaboration, and more. Without a host to lead the show along, it seemed difficult to stay on task. Transitions between segments felt disjointed, leading to a lack of fluidity which impacted the overall pacing of the show. One glaring issue was the lack of cohesion and coherence in the show's flow. were also noticeable shortcomings that hindered the overall experience. The endeavor encountered some production mishaps, such as Lola Brooke’s set getting cut short ahead of commercials, lapses where nothing was happening, and the absence of a host certainly affected the show's overall rhythm. Not to mention putting together an awards show amidst a writers strike poses numerous challenges. Whether by intention or oversight, the show was still a culturally relevant moment for those in attendance. Kid Capri, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane & More Bring 80s Hip-Hop Front & Center! | BET Awards '23 Celebrating hip-hop’s 50th anniversary is a large undertaking, and it’s nearly impossible to include all the pioneers of the genre, the new school, with every single region and subgenre when granted such a short amount of time. The challenges of packing 50 years of hip-hop into one show ![]() ![]() Perhaps the most impressive thing to note from the performance, was that none of the icons missed a beat, had commanding stage presence, and maintained breath control throughout the show. To truly encapsulate hip-hop’s 50 years of existence it’s important to start at its early beginnings - deejayed by Kid Capri, the beginning of the show included appearances from The Sugarhill Gang, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, and D-Nice. In lieu of a traditional host, the stage was graced with performances, honoring the essence of hip-hop's 50-year legacy. Taking place at the Microsoft Center in Los Angeles, the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards embraced a slightly unconventional format. ![]()
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