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Nicki Minaj also brought out New Orleans native Lil Wayne.
Nicki Minaj also brought out New Orleans native Lil Wayne.
The Grammy-winning singer belted out his hits from the 1990s and 2000s.
Performers included Jodeci, Mary J. Blige, Lil’ Kim, Faith Evans, and Shyne.
The night included a tribute to Diddy featuring Mary J. Blige, Lil’ Kim, Faith Evans and Shyne.
Jodeci, Nas, Busta Rhymes, The Lox, and Bryson Tiller will also pay tribute to the hip-hop mogul.
The night was filled with jokes, watermelon eating, B2K taunts, and a warm-up event.
The song is the first track from the singer’s upcoming studio album “Renaissance.”
Earth Wind & Fire, Yolanda Adams, Chaka Khan, Ne-Yo, and Bell Biv DeVoe all took the stage.
Martin Lawrence, Melba Moore and Charlie Wilson will all receive stars.
The match-up will take place live in Los Angeles later this month.