The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards lit up the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles with an electrifying celebration of the year’s biggest musical achievements.
Hosted by the legendary LL Cool J, the event brought together some of the industry’s most talented artists for a night of unforgettable performances and well-deserved recognition. The stage came alive with thrilling sets from global superstars like Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, and Nelly, while rising talents such as Gracie Abrams and Muni Long captivated the audience with their performances.
Country music was also well represented, with Kenny Chesney delivering a standout moment that resonated with fans across genres. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and anticipation as music lovers and artists alike eagerly awaited the announcement of the night’s top winners.
Among the evening’s biggest honorees were Benson Boone, Sabrina Carpenter, Teddy Swims, and the ever-iconic Lady Gaga, each of whom walked away with a coveted iHeartRadio trophy. These artists, known for their chart-topping hits and passionate fan bases, were recognized for their outstanding contributions to music over the past year.
The event served as a powerful reminder of how music continues to evolve, blending different styles and influences while maintaining a deep connection with audiences worldwide. With categories spanning various genres, the awards acknowledged both established stars and emerging talents, proving that the music industry is constantly growing and reshaping itself in exciting ways.
The iHeartRadio Music Awards are more than just a night of accolades—they are a celebration of the songs and artists that have defined the past year. The red carpet shimmered with glamour as some of the biggest names in music arrived at the Dolby Theatre, showcasing not just their personal style but also the cultural impact of their work.
2024 was a year of major hits and viral sensations, and the awards ceremony reflected that, honoring the most-played tracks on one of the most influential radio platforms in the United States. As the night came to a close, it was clear that music continues to serve as a universal language, bringing people together and shaping the soundtrack of our lives.
A list of nominees in several major categories follows below, with the winner’s indicated in bold:
Song of the year
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)”- Shaboozey
“Agora Hills”- Doja Cat
“Beautiful Things”- Benson Boone *WINNER
“Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter
“Greedy”- Tate McRae
“I Had Some Help” – Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen
“Lose Control” – Teddy Swims
“Lovin On Me” – Jack Harlow
“Not Like Us”- Kendrick Lamar
“Too Sweet” – Hozier
Pop song of the year
“Agora Hills”- Doja Cat
“Beautiful Things”- Benson Boone
“Espresso”- Sabrina Carpenter *WINNER
“Greedy”- Tate McRae
“Too Sweet”- Hozier
Pop artist of the year
Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan
Sabrina Carpenter *WINNER
Tate McRae
Taylor Swift
Artist of the year
Billie Eilish
Doja Cat
Jelly Roll
Kendrick Lamar
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift *WINNER
Teddy Swims
Best collaboration
“Die With A Smile”- Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars *WINNER
“Fortnight”- Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone
“I Had Some Help”- Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen
“Like That” – Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar
“Miles On It”- Kane Brown and Marshmello
Best new artist (pop)
Benson Boone
Chappell Roan
Gracie Abrams
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims *WINNER
Country song of the year
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)”- Shaboozey
“Cowgirls” – Morgan Wallen featuring ERNEST
“I Am Not Okay”- Jelly Roll
“I Had Some Help”- Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen *WINNER
“World On Fire”- Nate Smith
Country artist of the year
Jelly Roll *WINNER
Kane Brown
Lainey Wilson
Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen
Best new artist (country)
Ashley Cooke
Dasha
George Birge
Shaboozey *WINNER
Tucker Wetmore
Hip-hop song of the year
“Like That”- Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar
“Lovin On Me”- Jack Harlow
“Not Like Us”- Kendrick Lamar *WINNER
“Rich Baby Daddy”- Drake featuring Sexyy Red and SZA
“TGIF” – GloRilla
Hip-hop artist of the year
Drake
Future
GloRilla *WINNER
Kendrick Lamar
Travis Scott
Best new artist (hip-hop)
310babii
BigXthaPlug
BossMan Dlow *WINNER
Cash Cobain
Jordan Adetunji
R&B song of the year
“ICU” – Coco Jones
“Made For Me”- Muni Long *WINNER
“Sensational” – Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay
“Water” – Tyla
“WY@”- Brent Faiyaz
R&B artist of the year
Chris Brown
Muni Long
SZA *WINNER
Usher
Victoria Monét
World artist of the year
Burna Boy
Central Cee
Tems
Tyla *WINNER
YG Marley
