iHeart Radio Music Awards Recap
March 16, 2018
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 *