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BET: Lil Wayne’s come up from Cash Money to one of hip-hop’s most influential voices

Coming ahead of the 2021 BET Awards, the network looks at Lil Wayne’s rise from Cash Money Records prospect to the one of hip hop’s most influential voices.

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Coming ahead of their annual awards ceremony, BET shines a spotlight on Lil Wayne and his rise to global stardom.

“Lil Wayne is one of hip-hop’s most beloved emcees. Watch as we recap his come up as one of Cash Money’s rising stars to the one of hip hop’s most influential voices.” – BET

Musically, Lil Wayne’s latest release is the “Wockesha (Remix)” with Moneybagg Yo and Ashanti. He’s also featured alongside A$AP Ferg on the “Perfect (Remix)” by Logic. Check them both out below.

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