"Hip Hop has been a driving force in the music and culture," he added. "It has had an immeasurable impact on our culture and our world. I have the great privilege of co-curating it with the Roots and the many others who will be there that night. Shout out to CBS and the Recording Academy for making this happen, and for honoring Hip-Hop with such a high-profile celebration."
It was announced earlier this month that Slick Rick is set to receive the 2023 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Bobby McFerrin, Nirvana, Ma Rainey, Nile Rodgers, The Supremes, and Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart will also receive the honor. Rick joins rap legends Run DMC, Public Enemy, Salt-N-Pepa, and Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5 who've also been honored with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.