Kendrick Lamar is once again proving his dominance in hip hop. The Compton-bred rapper leads the 2025 BET Awards nominations with a whopping 10 nods.
Lamar’s acclaimed album ‘GNX’ is up for Album of the Year, while his Grammy-winning diss track “Not Like Us” has earned multiple nominations. With nods in categories like Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Best Collaboration, and more, Kendrick is undoubtedly the name to watch at this year’s ceremony.
Other top nominees include SZA and Drake, both with seven nominations, and Doja Cat with six. SZA‘s album ‘SOS’ has been a chart-topping success, earning her recognition for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year for her hit single “Kill Bill.” Drake’s collaborations and solo efforts continue to earn him nods in categories like Best Male Hip Hop Artist and Best Collaboration. Meanwhile, Doja Cat’s genre-bending tracks have placed her in the running for Album of the Year and Best Female R&B/Pop Artist.
The 2025 BET Awards will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on June 9, promising a night of unforgettable performances and major wins for hip-hop’s finest.
While celebrating his 2025 BET Awards nominations, Kendrick Lamar is also dealing with legal issues. A new lawsuit has been filed against Lamar, along with Future and Metro Boomin, over unpaid royalties tied to the track “Like That.” The complaint alleges that the trio failed to properly clear a sample used in the song, leading to the current legal battle.
Details about the royalty dispute are still emerging, but the lawsuit could cast a shadow over what should be a celebratory time for Lamar. Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops.
