text:  Actress and producer Taraji P. Henson will host the event for the third time. Performers include Megan Thee Stallion, Will Smith, Glowrilla, Ice Spice, Lotto, Lauryn Hill, and more. Drake leads the nominees with seven nominations. Nicki Minaj follows with six nominations, while J. Cole, Sexy Red, SZA, and Victoria Monet are each up for five awards. Usher will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.