Will Smith will debut a brand-new song at the 2024 BET Awards on June 30. This exclusive premiere marks Smith’s return to the music scene with a fresh, unreleased single.
A Global Icon Returns
“From his start as a rapper to The Fresh Prince to being a box office king as one of the Bad Boys, Will Smith is truly a global icon. We are honored to welcome him back to the BET Awards stage,” said Connie Orlando, EVP specials, music programming, and music strategy at BET. She added, “We look forward to Will adding to yet another defining night for the culture.”
Taraji P. Henson will host the awards for the third time. The event will feature performances by GloRilla, Ice Spice, Latto, Lauryn Hill, and Sexyy Red.
Will Smith’s Quiet Return to Music
In recent months, Will Smith has been making a notable return to music. He surprised fans during J Balvin’s set at Coachella, performing his classic hit “Men in Black” in his iconic black suit and sunglasses from the 1997 film. The performance included an elaborate, alien-themed stage setup, with Smith wielding a “Neuralyzer,” the fictional memory-erasing device from the movie.
Additionally, Smith released his first new music in nearly five years with the Sean Paul collaboration “Light Em Up,” featured on the “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” soundtrack. Over a dynamic, dancehall-influenced beat, Smith showcased his lyrical prowess and versatility, proving he remains a powerful force in the music industry.
“Back in this bitch like I never left/ The Devil came for me, should have worn a vest/ You thought I lost something, I ain’t miss a step/ You want some old me? Say less,” he raps.
He continues: “I’m bad to the bone when I get it rocking/ I’m back in my zone, ’bout to get it popping/ Will still plugged in, yeah, it’s pretty shocking/ Like a brand new Porsche, I got plenty options.”
