LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) — Canadian recording artist The Weeknd had a big night at the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards, winning song of the year for his hit “Blinding Lights” along with male artist of the year and titanium artist of the year.
English singer-songwriter Dua Lipa was named best female artist, while Dan + Shay took top honors for best group for 2021.
Luke Combs picked up wins for both country artist of the year and country album of the year, while Taylor Swift’s surprise album “Folklore” was lauded with the award for best pop album.
The awards show, which took place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on Thursday night were hosted by Usher and featured performances and collaborations from The Weeknd with Special Guest Ariana Grande, Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak (Silk Sonic), Dan + Shay, Doja Cat, Usher and more.
Sir Elton John was honored with the 2021 iHeartRadio Icon Award, which was presented by Chris Martin and Lil Nas X. The award presentation also featured a special tribute performance from Brandi Carlile, Demi Lovato and H.E.R., honoring Elton John’s global impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide.
In addition, the show featured special appearances from Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Roddy Ricch, twenty one pilots, Megan Thee Stallion, LL Cool J, Nelly, Machine Gun Kelly, French Montana, Lil Jon, Robin Thicke, Joel McHale, Oliver Stark, Ryan Guzman, Gabby Barrett, Ava Max, Raphael Saadiq, AJR and more.
Category winners were:
Song of the Year:
- “Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd
Female Artist of the Year:
- Dua Lipa
Male Artist of the Year:
- The Weeknd
Best Duo/Group of the Year:
- Dan + Shay
Best Collaboration:
- “Savage” (Remix) – Megan Thee Stallion featuring Beyoncé
Best New Pop Artist:
- Doja Cat
Pop Album of the Year:
- folklore – Taylor Swift
Alternative Rock Song of the Year:
- “Level Of Concern” – twenty one pilots
Alternative Rock Artist of the Year:
- twenty one pilots
Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist:
- Powfu
Alternative Rock Album of the Year:
- Tickets to My Downfall – Machine Gun Kelly
Rock Song of the Year:
- “Shame Shame” – Foo Fighters
Rock Artist of the Year:
- The Pretty Reckless
Rock Album of the Year:
- Power Up – AC/DC
Country Song of the Year:
- “The Bones” – Maren Morris
Country Artist of the Year:
- Luke Combs
Best New Country Artist:
- Gabby Barrett
Country Album of the Year:
- What You See Ain’t Always What You Get – Luke Combs
Dance Song of the Year:
- “Roses” (Imanbek Remix) – SAINt JHN
Dance Artist of the Year:
- Marshmello
Dance Album of the Year:
- Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley, Chapter 1: Snake Oil – Diplo
Hip-Hop Song of the Year:
- “The Box” – Roddy Ricch
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:
- Roddy Ricch
Best New Hip-Hop Artist:
- Roddy Ricch
Hip-Hop Album of the Year:
- My Turn – Lil Baby
R&B Song of the Year:
- “Go Crazy” – Chris Brown & Young Thug
R&B Artist of the Year:
- H.E.R.
Best New R&B Artist:
- Snoh Aalegra
R&B Album of the Year:
- Chilombo – Jhene Aiko
Latin Pop/Reggaeton Song of the Year:
- “Tusa” – KAROL G & Nicki Minaj
Latin Pop/Reggaeton Artist of the Year:
- J Balvin
Latin Pop/Reggaeton Album of the Year:
- YHLQMDLG – Bad Bunny
Best New Latin Artist:
- Rauw Alejandro
Regional Mexican Song of the Year:
- “Se Me Olvidó” – Christian Nodal
Regional Mexican Artist of the Year:
- Christian Nodal
Regional Mexican Album of the Year:
- AYAYAY! – Christian Nodal
Producer of the Year:
- Max Martin
Songwriter of the Year:
- Ashley Gorley
Best Lyrics: *Socially Voted Category
- “Adore You” – Harry Styles
Best Cover Song: *Socially Voted Category
- “Juice” (Lizzo) – Harry Styles cover
Best Fan Army: *Socially Voted Category
- #BTSARMY – BTS
Best Music Video: *Socially Voted Category
- “Dynamite” – BTS
Social Star Award: *Socially Voted Category
- Olivia Rodrigo
Favorite Music Video Choreography: *Socially Voted Category
- “Dynamite” (BTS) – Son Sung Deuk
TikTok Bop of the Year (New Category): *Socially Voted Category
- “Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd
Label of the Year:
- Republic Records
Titanium Song of the Year:
- “Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd
Titanium Artist of the Year:
- The Weeknd
