Will Smith's fans rejoice because this Sunday the actor and rapper will take over the stage at the 2024 BET Awards to perform his first solo song in over five years.

Connie Orlando, EVP Specials, Music Programming &amp; Music Strategy at BET, confirmed the news, according to People.

"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, and we are honoured to welcome him back to grace the BET Awards stage. We look forward to Will adding to yet another defining night for the culture that is not to be missed," said&nbsp;Orlando.

Other than Smith, this year's BET Awards will feature special performances by Ice Spice, Tyla, Victoria Monét, GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, Lauryn, and country star Tanner Adell.

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Smith’s new song will be his first major solo endeavour since his 2005 album, "Lost and Found." Smith's last music release was an EDM single titled "Get Lit" in 2017. Since then, the star of Bad Boys: Ride or Die&nbsp;has released a few musical collaborations with artists such as Bad Bunny, Marc Anthony, and Joyner Lucas.

Back in April, Smith reached Coachella to perform alongside J Balvin. He also recently teamed up with reggae legend Sean Paul for “Light Em Up” for his latest Bad Boys movie.

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The award ceremony, hosted by Taraji P. Henson, will air live on Sunday at 8 pm ET/PT. Usher will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the broadcast.

Will Smith's fans rejoice because this Sunday the actor and rapper will take over the stage at the 2024 BET Awards to perform his first solo song in over five years.

Will Smith's fans rejoice because this Sunday the actor and rapper will take over the stage at the 2024 BET Awards to perform his first solo song in over five years. Connie Orlando, EVP Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET, confirmed the news, according to People. "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, and we are honoured to welcome him back to grace the BET Awards stage. We look forward to Will adding to yet another defining night for the culture that is not to be missed," said Orlando. Other than Smith, this year's BET Awards will feature special performances by Ice Spice, Tyla, Victoria Monét, GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, Lauryn, and country star Tanner Adell. Also read: Amar Colony trailer: Award-winning film promises exploration of life in the Himalayas Smith’s new song will be his first major solo endeavour since his 2005 album, "Lost and Found." Smith's last music release was an EDM single titled "Get Lit" in 2017. Since then, the star of Bad Boys: Ride or Die has released a few musical collaborations with artists such as Bad Bunny, Marc Anthony, and Joyner Lucas. Back in April, Smith reached Coachella to perform alongside J Balvin. He also recently teamed up with reggae legend Sean Paul for “Light Em Up” for his latest Bad Boys movie. Also read: Monkey Man India release: Is CBFC not willing to clear Dev Patel's film? The award ceremony, hosted by Taraji P. Henson, will air live on Sunday at 8 pm ET/PT. Usher will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the broadcast.

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