iHeart Radio Music Awards Recap

Jaelyn Fudge, Staff Writer

In the wake of awards season, this past Sunday was (one of many) music’s “biggest” nights. The 2018 iHeart Radio Music Awards recognized new vocalist’s contributions to the industry, celebrated relevant artists, as well as acknowledged the winners of each category. In addition, specific artists like Chance the Rapper, and Camila Cabello were honored for specific contributions. Camila Cabello was honored with the iHeartRadio Fangirls Award presented by L’Oréal Paris for demonstrating ambition, passion and a strong sense of self-worth,” according to a press release.       “Also, a historic night for 80s rock band Bon Jovi, as they were presented with the first ever iHeart Music Icon Award!” Between red carpet fashion, prestigious awards, and notable recognition, this definitely will go now as one of music’s most entertaining nights! Check down below for the list of memorable winners from Sunday’s broadcast:

iHeartRadio Icon Award:

WINNER: Bon Jovi

iHeartRadio Fan Girls Award:

WINNER: Camila Cabello

Innovator Award:

WINNER: Chance the Rapper

Song of the Year:

“Despacito” – Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber

WINNER: “Shape Of You” – Ed Sheeran

“Something Just Like This” – The Chainsmokers and Coldplay

“That’s What I Like” – Bruno Mars

“Wild Thoughts” – DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Female Artist of the Year:

Alessia Cara

Halsey

P!NK

Rihanna

WINNER: Taylor Swift

Male Artist of the Year:

Bruno Mars

Charlie Puth

WINNER: Ed Sheeran

Shawn Mendes

The Weeknd

Best Duo/Group of the Year:

Imagine Dragons

WINNER: Maroon 5

Migos

Portugal. The Man

The Chainsmokers

Best Collaboration:

“Despacito” – Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber

“Don’t Wanna Know” – Maroon 5 featuring Kendrick Lamar

WINNER: “Something Just Like This” – The Chainsmokers and Coldplay

Dance Song of the Year:

“It Ain’t Me” – Kygo and Selena Gomez

“No Promises” – Cheat Codes featuring Demi Lovato

“Rockabye” – Clean Bandit and Anne-Marie featuring Sean Paul

“Something Just Like This” – The Chainsmokers and Coldplay

WINNER: “Stay” – Zedd and Alessia Cara

Dance Artist of the Year:

Calvin Harris

Cheat Codes

Kygo

WINNER: The Chainsmokers

Zedd

Hip-Hop Song of the Year:

“Bad and Boujee” – Migos featuring Lil Uzi Vert

“Bodak Yellow” – Cardi B

“HUMBLE.” – Kendrick Lamar

“Rockstar” – Post Malone

WINNER: “Wild Thoughts” – DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:

DJ Khaled

Drake

Future

WINNER: Kendrick Lamar

Migos

Best New Hip-Hop Artist:

21 Savage

WINNER: Cardi B

GoldLink

Lil Uzi Vert

Playboi Carti

R&B Song of the Year:

“B.E.D.” – Jacquees

“Location” – Khalid

“Love Galore” – SZA featuring Travis Scott

“Redbone” – Childish Gambino

WINNER: “That’s What I Like” – Bruno Mars

R&B Artist of the Year:

WINNER: Bruno Mars

Childish Gambino

Khalid

Rihanna

The Weeknd

Best New R&B Artist:

6LACK

Kehlani

Kevin Ross

WINNER: Khalid

SZA

Latin Song of the Year:

WINNER: “Despacito” – Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

*Accredited to E! News*

*For additional information, or to see the complete list of winners, check out http://www.eonline.com/news/918599/iheartradio-music-awards-2018-winners-the-complete-list *