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Full List of 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards Nominees
The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards nominees have been announced, showing a diverse array of talent across various genres. The awards ceremony is scheduled for March 17, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with LL Cool J set to host.
Leading Nominees:
- Taylor Swift and Morgan Wallen each received ten nominations, reflecting their significant impact on the music scene over the past year.
- Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, and Sabrina Carpenter follow closely with nine nominations each, proving their contributions to contemporary music.
Artist of the Year Nominees:
- Billie Eilish
- Doja Cat
- Jelly Roll
- Kendrick Lamar
- Morgan Wallen
- Post Malone
- Sabrina Carpenter
- SZA
- Taylor Swift
- Teddy Swims
Song of the Year Nominees:
- “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey
- “Agora Hills” – Doja Cat
- “Beautiful Things” – Benson Boone
- “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
Special Recognitions:
- Lady Gaga will be honored with the Innovator Award, acknowledging her groundbreaking contributions to music and culture.
- Mariah Carey is set to receive the Icon Award, celebrating her enduring influence and achievements in the music industry.
- Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour will be celebrated as the “Tour of the Century,” highlighting its monumental success and cultural impact.
Performances:
The event promises an exciting lineup of performances, including:
- Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell
- Bad Bunny and Fat Joe
- GloRilla and G-Eazy
- Gracie Abrams and Frank Ocean
- Kenny Chesney and Shaboozey
- Muni Long and Bankrol Hayden
- Nelly, Pitbull, and Ed Sheeran
- A pre-recorded performance by Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars from the opening night of The Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona
Fan Participation:
Fans had the opportunity to vote for their favorite artists in several categories, including Best Lyrics and Favorite Tour Moments. Social voting was open until March 10, which allowed fans to actively participate in the awards process.
Broadcast Information:
The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards will be broadcast live on FOX and iHeartRadio stations, ensuring fans nationwide can tune in to the festivities.
Also, this year’s awards not only celebrate musical achievements but also support Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts, with donations directed to FireAidLA.org. The event will feature a FireAid benefit concert, with performances by Billie Eilish, Stevie Wonder, and Green Day.
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Wizkid took to social media to mock Burna Boy, making controversial remarks and referencing Sean Diddy Combs.
His comments have since sparked reactions online, with fans divided over the ongoing tension between the artists.
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It can be noted that the singer took to social media asking for a graphic designer to create a flyer, which later turned into a challenge that many criticised, stating it undervalued creatives.
Moses Bliss has now issued an apology, saying “I sincerely apologize to every graphic designer who felt disrespected or undervalued… that was never my intention.”
He added “The goal was to give creatives a platform to showcase their work, not to undermine their value.”
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He wrote “AI is quietly about to retire the entire music production and mastering industry. I have seen scary things tonight. God help all of us in this ecosystem.”
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