The 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) brought together top artists in Manchester, England, to celebrate global music icons who have captivated audiences over the past year. This highly anticipated event recognized not only current chart-toppers but also industry legends. The EMAs celebrated music’s power to bring people together and honored artists who have left an indelible mark on the industry.
This year, rapper Busta Rhymes received the prestigious Global Icon award, acknowledging his long and impactful career in the music world. His influence and contributions over the years have made him a standout in hip-hop and popular music. Additionally, the Pet Shop Boys, pioneers in electronic pop music, were celebrated with the Pop Pioneers award, recognizing their contributions to music and their role in shaping the genre.
Regional accolades were also presented, spotlighting artists from different parts of the world. Taylor Swift took home the Best US Act award, adding another trophy to her collection, while Shawn Mendes was honored as the Best Canadian Act. In Latin America, Mexican influencer and artist Yeri Mua received the Best Latin America North Act award, reflecting her growing popularity and influence in her region.
Taylor Swift emerged as the night’s biggest winner, claiming four awards overall. Besides Best US Act, she was honored with Best Video, Best Artist, and Best Live performance, underscoring her continued dominance and appeal in the music industry. Swift’s multi-category sweep reaffirmed her as one of the most celebrated artists of the year.
Complete list of the winners
BEST SONG
- Ariana Grande – “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)”
- Benson Boone – “Beautiful Things”
- Beyoncé – “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM”
- Billie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER”
- Chappell Roan – “Good Luck, Babe!”
- Sabrina Carpenter – “Espresso” – WINNER
BEST VIDEO
- Ariana Grande – “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)”
- Charli xcx – “360”
- Eminem – “Houdini”
- Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
- LISA ft. Rosalía – “NEW WOMAN”
- Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – WINNER
BEST ARTIST
- Beyoncé
- Billie Eilish
- Post Malone
- RAYE
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Taylor Swift — WINNER
BEST COLLABORATION
- Charli xcx & Billie Eilish – “Guess” featuring Billie Eilish
- Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar – “Like That”
- Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars – “Die With a Smile”
- LISA ft. Rosalía – “NEW WOMAN” — WINNER
- Peso Pluma, Anitta – “BELLAKEO”
- Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight”
BEST NEW
- Ayra Starr
- Benson Boone — WINNER
- Chappell Roan
- LE SSERAFIM
- Teddy Swims
- The Last Dinner Party
- Tyla
BEST POP
- Ariana Grande — WINNER
- Billie Eilish
- Camila Cabello
- Charli xcx
- Dua Lipa
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Taylor Swift
BEST AFROBEATS
- Asake
- Ayra Starr
- Burna Boy
- Rema
- Tems
- Tyla – WINNER
BEST ROCK
- Bon Jovi
- Coldplay
- Green Day
- Kings of Leon
- Lenny Kravitz
- Liam Gallagher – WINNER
- The Killers
BEST LATIN
- Anitta
- Bad Bunny
- KAROL G
- Peso Pluma — WINNER
- Rauw Alejandro
- Shakira
BEST K-POP
- Jimin — WINNER
- Jung Kook
- LE SSERAFIM
- LISA
- NewJeans
- Stray Kids
BEST ALTERNATIVE
- Fontaines D.C.
- Hozier
- Imagine Dragons — WINNER
- Lana Del Rey
- Twenty One Pilots
- YUNGBLUD
BEST ELECTRONIC
- Calvin Harris – WINNER
- David Guetta
- Disclosure
- DJ Snake
- Fred Again..
- Swedish House Mafia
BEST HIP-HOP
- Central Cee
- Eminem — WINNER
- Kendrick Lamar
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Nicki Minaj
- Travis Scott
BEST R&B
- Kehlani
- SZA
- Tinashe
- Tyla — WINNER
- Usher
- Victoria Monét
BEST LIVE
- Adele
- Coldplay
- Doja Cat
- RAYE
- Taylor Swift — WINNER
- Travis Scott
BEST PUSH
- Ayra Starr
- Chappell Roan
- Coco Jones
- Flyana Boss
- Jessie Murph
- Laufey
- LE SSERAFIM — WINNER
- Mark Ambor
- Shaboozey
- Teddy Swims
- The Warning
- Victoria Monét
BIGGEST FANS
- Anitta
- Ariana Grande
- Beyoncé
- Billie Eilish
- Chappell Roan
- Charli xcx
- Katy Perry
- LISA – WINNER
- Nicki Minaj
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Shawn Mendes
- Taylor Swift
MTV EMA 2024 BEST REGIONAL ACT NOMINEES
BEST AFRICAN ACT
- Asake
- Ayra Starr
- DBN Gogo
- Diamond Platnumz
- TitoM & Yuppe
- Tyla
BEST ASIA ACT
- BINI
- ILLIT
- Mahalini
- MASDO
- Sakurazaka46
BEST AUSTRALIAN ACT
- Confidence Man
- CYRIL
- Kylie Minogue
- Sia
- The Kid LAROI
- Troye Sivan
BEST AUSTRIAN ACT
- Bilderbuch
- Christina Stürmer
- Esther Graf
- Money Boy
- RAF Camora
- Wanda
BEST BRASILIAN ACT
- Jão
- Luisa Sonza
- Matuê
- Pabllo Vittar
- Pedro Sampaio
BEST CANADIAN ACT
- AR Paisley
- Kaytranada
- Nelly Furtado
- Shawn Mendes
- Tate McRae
BEST CARIBBEAN ACT
- Eladio Carrion
- Luar la L
- Myke Towers
- YovngChimi
- Young Miko
BEST DUTCH ACT
- Claude
- Jonna Fraser
- Mr. Belt & Wezol
- Roxy Dekker
- Son Mieux
BEST FRENCH ACT
- Aya Nakamura
- Dadju & Tayc
- GIMS
- Pierre Garnier
- Slimane
- Vitaa
BEST GERMAN ACT
- AYLIVA
- K.I.Z
- Luciano
- Pashanim
- Shirin David
BEST INDIA ACT
- Armaan Malik
- Chirag Todi
- Dee MC & EPR
- Hanumankind
- Kamakshi Khanna
- Mali
BEST ITALIAN ACT
- Angelina Mango
- Annalisa
- Ghali
- Mahmood
- The Kolors
BEST ISRAELI ACT
- Agam Buhbut
- Anna Zak
- Noa Kirel
- Shahar Saul
- Shahar Tavoch
BEST LAT AM CENTRAL ACT
- Beele
- Blessd
- Kapo
- Manuel Turizo
- Sofia Castro
BEST LAT AM NORTH ACT
- Danna
- El Malilla
- Gabito Ballesteros
- Natanael Cano
- YeriMua
BEST LAT AM SOUTH ACT
- Dillom
- Emilia
- Luck Ra
- Maria Becerra
- Trueno
BEST NORDIC ACT
- Alesso
- girl in red
- Laufey
- Swedish House Mafia
- Zara Larsson
BEST POLISH ACT
- Daria Zawiałow
- Kacperczyk
- Kwiat Jabłoni
- Pro8l3m
- Zalewski
BEST PORTUGUESE ACT
- Bárbara Bandeira
- Bárbara Tinoco
- Dillaz
- Ivandro
- Slow J
BEST SPANISH ACT
- Ana Mena
- Belén Aguilera
- Dani Fernández
- Lola Indigo
- Mikel Izal
BEST SWISS ACT
- Benjamin Amaru
- Faber
- Nemo
- Priya Ragu
- Stress
BEST UK & IRELAND ACT
- Central Cee
- Charli xcx
- Chase & Status
- Dua Lipa
- Hozier
- RAYE — WINNER
BEST US ACT
- Ariana Grande
- Beyoncé
- Kendrick Lamar
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Taylor Swift
