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Previous recipients of BMI's highest honor include Lil Wayne, James Brown, Babyface, Snoop Dogg and Janet Jackson.

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Nas' songwriting and impact on hip-hop and popular culture will be recognized at the 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. He is set ...

Nas will receive the BMI Icon Award at the 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. The legendary Grammy-winning rapper will be honored ...

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Nas joins Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, and James Brown as the latest recipient of BMI's Icon Award at the August 26 ceremony in LA.

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