Lil Uzi Vert Wins Big As "Just Wanna Rock" Gets Song Of The Year At the BET Hip-Hop Awards

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: (Editorial Use Only) Lil Uzi Vert performs during Day 1 of Wireless Festival 2021 at Crystal Palace on September 10, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
Lil Uzi Vert received a huge honor on Tuesday.

Lil Uzi Vert has been one of the biggest artists so far in 2023. Overall, a lot of this has to do with the fact that they came out with their first album since 2020. The Pink Tape proved to be a polarizing release. However, Uzi was trying new things on the album, which led to quite a bit of praise from longtime fans. From the Philly club anthems to the metalcore crossovers, there was a lot for fans to get excited about. However, there was one song that certainly stood above the others.

Of course, we are talking about "Just Wanna Rock." This song had been released months before the album and was a bit of a slow burn at first. Some people didn't like the new direction. Overall, it was much different from what Uzi was dropping in the past. However, fans eventually came around to it, and now, it is a song that goes off at clubs, sporting events, and yes, even weddings. As for its critical reception, it continues to build up some accolades.

Lil Uzi Vert Delivered A Huge Anthem

Last night was the BET Hip-Hop Awards. Numerous incredible artists took home some massive awards. Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Ice Spice were some of the biggest winners of the evening. However, Lil Uzi Vert was hit with the "Best Song" award for "Just Wanna Rock." Best Song is one of those categories that every artist wants to win. Sure, getting an album award is great, but providing listeners with a single song that they want to replay over and over again, is truly special.

With this award in mind, what was your favorite song of the last year? Did Lil Uzi Vert deserve this award? Let us know, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed.

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Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use. Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen. In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3's Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!
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