Taraji P Henson parodies Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Drake feud diss track at BET Awards
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Taraji P Henson made sure her third BET Awards as a host was no less entertaining than others.
The ‘Empire’ alum began her monologue by performing Kendrick Lamar’s hit ‘Not Like Us’ parody, which got the crowd on their feet.
Taraji P Henson dresses up like Kendrick Lamar for 'Not Like Us’ parody performance
Keeping the energy up after Megan Thee Stallion's performance, ‘The Color Purple’ actress took to the stage resembling Kendrick Lamar’s attire.
She chose a red hoodie with jeans and a red cap for her act, "Taraji on the beat," Henson rapped and nailed it with the song that Lamar released amid his feud with fellow rapper Drake.
While the rapper had taken shots at Drake, Henson improvised it to celebrate Black culture, rapping, "It's about us."
During the Sunday, June 30, event, Henson also touched on a recent CNN presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, according to ET.
"[This is] a show packed full of all-stars with Black jobs. Whatever that means. But clearly, we know there's a difference. Thanks for the info, but we already knew it," she said.
Henson previously hosted the BET Awards in 2021, where she honored Black women for playing their part in evolving pop culture. The actress especially mentioned, Zendaya, Jazmine Sullivan, Issa Rae, and "Queen" Maxine Waters.
Internet praises Taraji P Henson's ‘Not Like Us’ parody
Netizens shared they enjoyed Taraji P Henson's BET Awards 2024 hosting.
One fan took to Facebook and commented, "Taraji is an American treasure. So talented and full of wonderful personality."
"Loved her outfits, but the show was too long and entirely too much of the same dance moves," a second critiqued.
A third said, "I hope Drake is writing down and keeping names of everyone that is trying to play him."
"She salty Drake smashed and never called back," another chimed in.
"She did a great job with the opening act," remarked one.
This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.
