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Mary J Blige has given one of the most iconic acceptance speeches to date, after she dubbed herself a queen and a living legend.

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The Family Affair singer, who was presented with the BET Lifetime Achievement Award by Rihanna on Sunday, gave a passionate speech about being a servant.

After telling the Unfaithful singer that she inspires her right back, she thanked her family and referred to healing her relationship with her father.

The 48-year-old, who recently said shes waiting for Marvel to call after wreaking havoc as Cha-Cha in Netflixs Umbrella Academy, went on to say: People always ask how do I sustain and stay relevant in this industry.

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Its because, although I am a leader, a queen, a living legend, although Im all these things, Im a servant as well and Im here to serve, she explained, seemingly taking a leaf out of Snoop Doggs book after his Hollywood Walk Of Fame speech.

Being a servant is not always glamorous or popular but its a job and the assignment I was given. Its because in order to be an authority I had to learn to come under authority. Its because when the glory is placed on me I give it back to God immediately.

Rihanna (L) presented the award to the music legend (Picture: Getty Images)

This journey has always been bigger than me. My mission has not only to survive but, right now, its to thrive and continue to make history while I do.

Rihanna went on to have high praise for the singer, telling her she has opened multiple doors for female artists.

Thank you for pouring yourself into every track and giving us a song for every feeling. Thank you for showing us that love is all that we need. But we didnt know how much we needed you, she said.

Mary J Blige accepting BET Lifetime Achievement Award
The singer explained she was a servant (Picture: Getty Images)

Before heading to the show, RiRi had enjoyed a big singalong to Marys hit single Be Without You, and even one of her male besties plus her longtime friend Melissa Forde got involved.

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Once her duties were out of the way, she was all about the party and mingled with pretty much everyone she could backstage.

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