Playboi Carti Performs Hits at 2025 BET Awards in Los Angeles

Playboi Carti delivered an energetic performance at the 2025 BET Awards in Los Angeles, where he played two songs from his chart-topping album MUSIC: "Like Weezy" and "Rather Lie." His set featured theatrical elements, including luxury SUVs and a dancer performing atop one, while DJ Swamp Izzo managed the sound. Carti paid homage to Lil Wayne with his outfit and opening track, and though The Weeknd was absent for "Rather Lie," a gospel chorus replaced his vocals, adding a spiritual touch. The performance previewed Carti's ongoing After Hours Til Dawn 2025 Tour with The Weeknd and Mike Dean, which continues across North America through September. Despite the crowd's positive reception, fans on social media had mixed reactions, reflecting Carti's historically polarizing presence. His appearance at the awards also coincided with three BET nominations and followed his recent Grammy performance with The Weeknd, underscoring a major year for the artist.