LL Cool J has been bringing the cool and captivating crowds with his voice for decades.

Following his epic six-minute medley at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards , where he performed his hits "Going Back To Cali" and "Headsprung," the multihyphenate plans to bring the energy as the emcee for this year's celebration that captures the attention of different generations of music lovers.

"I enjoy hosting because it's a chance to get close to new fans (and) a chance to see fans that have been along for the journey," LL Cool J tells USA TODAY. "I get to see new artists, new acts."

For this year's event, the VMAs (airing live on MTV Sept. 7) will bring star power to the stage with Busta Rhymes, Sabrina Carpenter, Ricky Martin and Post Malone.

LL, who previously cohosted the show with Ni

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