Winners of the 2023 BET Awards: Burna Boy, Tems, and Libianca Shine

The BET Awards 2023 celebrated the excellence, creativity, and global impact of artists from various genres, with Burna Boy, Tems, and Libianca standing out as shining stars from the African music scene.

NAIROBI, KENYA | NOW THEN DIGITAL — Burna Boy and Tems, two prominent figures in Nigerian Afrobeats, stood out at the 2023 BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Alongside them, Cameroonian breakout star Libianca also claimed a trophy, showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of African talent.

Tems Shines with Best Collaboration Award

tems shine at bet awards 2023 — Tems’ Stellar Collaboration Earns Accolades

Tems achieved the remarkable feat of winning the Best Collaboration Award for the second consecutive year. Her outstanding contribution to Future’s track “Wait for U,” featuring Drake, earned her this prestigious accolade.

Last year, she secured the same award for her participation in Wizkid’s remix of “Essence” featuring Justin Bieber.

Burna Boy’s Fourth Win for Best International Act

Burna Boy Claims Best International Act Award

In a remarkable display of dominance, Burna Boy triumphed in the Best International Act category, surpassing other notable African artists such as Ayra Starr, K.O, and Uncle Waffles.

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This remarkable achievement marks Burna Boy’s fourth win in this category, having previously claimed the title in 2019, 2020, and 2021. The 2022 award in this category was claimed by Tems.

Libianca Wins Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act

Emerging as a rising star, Libianca seized the Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act Award.

Her exceptional talent outshined other contenders including Asake (Nigeria), Camidoh (Ghana), Flo (UK), Maureen (France), MC Ryan SP (Brazil), Pabi Cooper (South Africa), Raye (UK), and Werenoi (France).

Davido’s Memorable Return to the BET Stage

Davido, who previously won Best International Act five years ago, made a triumphant return to the BET stage. He captivated the audience with a medley performance of his singles “Feel” and “Unavailable” from his recently released album, Timeless.

SZA and Beyoncé Lead the Night with Multiple Wins

SZA and Beyoncé emerged as the night’s big winners, each taking home three awards. They notably tied for the highly coveted Album of the Year Award, solidifying their status as powerhouses in the music industry.

Full List of BET Awards 2023 Winners

Below is the comprehensive list of winners at the BET Awards 2023:

Best International Act

Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Central Cee (UK)
Ella Mai (UK)
K.O (South Africa)
L7nnon (Brazil)
Stormzy (UK)
Uncle Waffles (South Africa)
Aya Nakamura (France)
Tiakola (France)

Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act

Asake (Nigeria)
Camidoh (Ghana)
Pabi Cooper (South Africa)
Libianca (Cameroon)
Maureen (France)
MC Ryan SP (Brazil)
Flo (UK)
Raye (UK)
Werenoi (France)

Best Collaboration

‘Call Me Every Day’ by Chris Brown ft. Wizkid
‘Wait For U’ by Future Feat. Drake & Tems
‘Big Energy (Remix) by Latto & Mariah Carey ft. DJ Khaled
‘Boy’s A Liar Pt. 2’ by Pinkpantheress & Ice Spice
‘Can’t Stop Won’t Stop’ by King Combs ft. Kodak Black
‘Creepin’ by Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage
‘F.N.F. (Let’s Go)’ by Hitkidd & Glorilla
‘Tomorrow 2’ by Glorilla & Cardi B

Viewer’s Choice Award

‘Wait For U’ by Future ft. Drake & Tems
‘Last Last’ by Burna Boy
‘Break My Soul’ by Beyoncé
‘Jimmy Cooks’ by Drake ft. 21 Savage
‘Kill Bill’ by SZA
‘First Class’ by Jack Harlow
‘Super Freaky Girl’ by Nicki Minaj
‘About Damn Time’ by Lizzo

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Tems
Ari Lennox
Beyoncé
Coco Jones
H.E.R.
Lizzo
SZA

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Burna Boy
Blxst
Brent Faiyaz
Chris Brown
Drake
The Weeknd
Usher

Best Group

City Girls
Drake & 21 Savage
Dvsn
Flo
Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin
Quavo & Takeoff
Wanmor

Best Female Hip Hop Artist

Cardi B
Coi Leray
Glorilla
Ice Spice
Latto
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

21 Savage
Drake
Future
J. Cole
Jack Harlow
Kendrick Lamar
Lil Baby

Video of the Year

‘We (Warm Embrace)’ by Chris Brown
‘2 Million Up’ by Peezy, Jeezy & Real Boston Richey ft. Rob49
‘About Damn Time’ by Lizzo
‘Bad Habit’ by Steve Lacy
‘First Class’ by Jack Harlow
‘Kill Bill’ by SZA
‘Tomorrow 2’ by Glorilla & Cardi B

Video Director of the Year

Burna Boy
A$Ap Rocky For Awge
Benny Boom
Cole Bennett
Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
Director X
Teyana ‘Spike Tey’ Taylor

Best New Artist

Ambré
Coco Jones
Doechii
Flo
Glorilla
Ice Spice
Lola Brooke

Dr Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

‘Bless Me’ by Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin
‘Finished (Live)’ by Tamela Mann
‘I’ve Got Joy’ by Cece Winans
‘Kingdom’ by Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin ft. Naomi Raine & Chandler Moore
‘New’ by Tye Tribbett
‘One Moment From Glory’ by Yolanda Adams
‘The Better Benediction (Pt.2)’ by PJ Morton ft. Lisa Knowles-Smith, Le’andria Johnson, Keke Wyatt, Kierra Sheard & Tasha Cobbs Leonard

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‘About Damn Time’ by Lizzo
‘Boy’s A Liar Pt. 2’ by Pinkpantheress, Ice Spice
‘Break My Soul’ by Beyoncé
‘Her’ by Megan Thee Stallion
‘Lift Me Up’ by Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – music from and inspired – by Rihanna & Ludwig Göransson
‘Players’ by Coi Leray
‘Special’ by Lizzo