MTV has revealed that Busta Rhymes will receive the Global Icon Award at the 2024 MTV EMAs, live from Manchester’s Co-op Live on Sunday, 10 November. Alongside his award acceptance, Busta will take over the MTV EMA stage for an epic performance of his greatest hits, including his latest smash, “Do The BusABus Pt.2,” which even inspired a viral dance craze. This announcement comes after Busta’s recent trip to South Africa performing at the DStv Delicious Festival, where he expressed how much he enjoyed reconnecting with the motherland and the vibrant local hip-hop culture, making this recognition even more meaningful for him and his global fanbase.
Busta Rhymes said: “I am beyond honoured and grateful to receive the MTV EMA Global Icon Award. This recognition is not only a celebration of my career but also of Hip Hop culture. To be acknowledged on this global stage is a reminder that Hip Hop has no boundaries and neither do I! ‘Cause THE BLESSINGS DON’T STOP!”
Considered one of the world’s most impactful and influential rappers, Busta’s indomitable music career has seen him become a force of musical nature: the 12-time GRAMMY Award nominee has delivered seven Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200, more than 10 million album sales and was dubbed “the greatest performer of all time” by JAY-Z, and “one of hip-hop’s greatest visual artists” by MTV.
Over the course of his career, Busta has collaborated with a string of musical giants, from Dr. Dre and Janet Jackson to Kendric Lamar, Eminem, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Mary Carey to Dave Chappelle, Ozzy Osbourne and Chris Rock. Busta’s latest, self-executive produced hit album “BLOCKBUSTA” saw him team up with Pharrell, Timbaland and Swizz Beatz. Meanwhile, on the horizon is Busta’s 12th highly anticipated studio album “Dragon Season”. Manchester is in for a treat!
The 2024 MTV EMAs will broadcast live in more than 150 countries on Sunday 10th November from Manchester’s Co-op Live, in addition to being available on MTV (DStv Channel 130/ GOtv Channel 141), Sunday, 10 November at 8pm.
As well as Busta Rhymes, performing on the night are Benson Boone, LE SSERAFIM, Peso Pluma, MTV EMA Pop Pioneers Award recipients Pet Shop Boys, RAYE, Shawn Mendes, Teddy Swims, The Warning and Tyla.
Fans can vote for their favourites across categories including “Best Song,” “Best Artist,” “Best Collaboration” at www.mtvema.com until 00:00 CET on 6 November. The “Biggest Fans” winners will be voted for at a later date on social via @MTVEMA.
