Kanye West Leads BET Hip-Hop Awards 2012 Nominations With 17. 2 Chainz Not Far Behind With 13

BET has announced the nominations for the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards.

Kanye West leads the pack with 17 nods including Best Hip Hop Video, Best Live Performer and Lyricist of the Year. Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz is nominated in 13 categories, including Best Hip Hop Video, MVP oF the Year and Track of the Year. The event takes place in Atlanta on Saturday, September 29, 2012. It will air on October 9. Mike Epps is back again as host of the event. This marks the fourth time the comedian will take on that role. Hip-hop mogul Chris Lighty, who passed away earlier this year will be honored during the show. Check out the full list of nominees at -----> http://BET.COM