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Music mogul Diddy graciously received the esteemed Global Icon Award. With heartfelt appreciation, Diddy reflected on three decades of pursuing his passion.

In a poignant moment at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, music mogul Diddy graciously received the esteemed Global Icon Award. With heartfelt appreciation, Diddy reflected on three decades of pursuing his passion. His journey through the music industry culminated in a soul-stirring performance, featuring a nostalgic medley of classic hits like "It's All About the Benjamins," "Bad Boys For Life," and "I'll Be Missing You." Adding to the sentimentality, Diddy was presented with the honorary Moon Man by his longtime friend, Mary J. Blige.

 

Standing in the spotlight, Diddy described this award as a "dream come true." He recalled his childhood dreams of one day gracing the MTV stage, saying, "I grew up watching MTV [and] thinking, 'Man, I wish one day I could be up there.'" He humorously mused about how he once envisioned himself playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but destiny had other plans. For him, the past 30 years had been a divine blessing, allowing him to pursue his passions wholeheartedly. In a closing note that resonated with his entrepreneurial spirit, Diddy encouraged the audience to support his forthcoming record.

 

Mark your calendars for this Friday, September 15, as Diddy is set to release his highly anticipated album, "The Love Album – Off The Grid." This musical masterpiece will feature the hit single "Another One of Me," featuring The Weeknd, French Montana, and 21 Savage. In a recent announcement, Diddy revealed his decision to return the publishing rights for the entire Bad Boy catalog to the artists, a move that speaks volumes about his commitment to the music community.

 

For his mesmerizing on-stage performance, the Global Icon Award recipient expertly weaved together classics like "I'll Be Missing You" and "It's All About the Benjamins," featuring guest appearances by Keyshia Cole, Yung Miami, and his talented son, King Combs. Diddy's upcoming LP, "The Love Album: Off the Grid," promises a star-studded lineup with Busta Rhymes, Dawn Richard, Justin Bieber, Burna Boy, and many more lending their voices to this eagerly awaited release.

 

Diddy accepts the Global Icon Award - 2023 VMAs:

 

Diddy - Medley Performance MTV 2023 VMAs:

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