After much anticipation, the 2015 BET Awards nominees were announced — which included Jhené Aiko, Rihanna, Jodeci, The Weeknd, A$AP Mob, Kendrick Lamar, Drake and many, many more.

Held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, the 2015 BET Awards have officially kicked off in the best way possible — with an incredible, energetic performance of “Alright” off To Pimp A Butterfly.

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