Lil Wayne has another accolade to add to his resume — BMI Icon.
The acclaimed rapper will receive the organization’s highest honor, at the 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on Sept. 6. The event will also honor 50 years of Hip-Hop.
“As a legend and superstar of hip-hop, Lil Wayne is synonymous with the genre,” BMI vice president, creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton, said in a statement. “He’s been part of the BMI family since 2002, and we’re proud to name him a BMI Icon in keeping with his reputation as one of the most influential artists of all time. We’re also excited to pay tribute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with a celebration that reflects the genre’s legacy, which has infiltrated entertainment, fashion, sports and much more.”
Janet Jackson, Patti LaBelle, Nile Rodgers, Snoop Dogg, The Jacksons, LA Reid, Babyface, Al Green, Isaac Hayes, James Brown and Busta Rhymes have previously received the award. Wayne has received 52 BMI Awards as well as being named R&B/hip-hop songwriter of the year in 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2013.
Earlier this year, Wayne also received the Recording Academy Global Impact Award for his personal and professional achievements in the music industry.