The 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards brought the star power and unforgettable moments to the forefront on Monday, April 1st, leaving fans buzzed with excitement. Hosted by the iconic Ludacris, this 12th annual extravaganza showcased a lineup of extraordinary talent and heartfelt tributes that stole the spotlight.
From Beyoncé’s moving acceptance of the Innovator Award to Cher’s legendary status cemented with the Icon Award, the night was filled with star power. But the excitement doesn’t end there. We’ve got you covered with not only the complete winners list but also the major highlights from the event.
Witness SZA’s multiple wins, including the prestigious “Song of the Year” for “Kill Bill,” and Jelly Roll’s impressive double victory for Pop and Country New Artist of the Year. Taylor Swift, though absent in person, clinched six awards, further solidifying her reign as one of music’s brightest stars. With her record-breaking wins, Swift now holds the title for the most iHeartRadio Awards.
Enjoy the top highlights and the complete winners’ list from the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
All-Genre Categories
Song of the Year
“Kill Bill” – SZA
Artist of the Year
Taylor Swift
Duo/Group of the Year
OneRepublic
Best Collaboration
“Calm Down”- Rema and Selena Gomez
Producer of the Year
Jack Antonoff
Songwriter of the Year
Ashley Gorley
Genre-Specific Categories
Pop song of the year (new category)
“Flowers”- Miley Cyrus
Pop Artist of the Year (new category)
Taylor Swift
Best New Artist (Pop)
Jelly Roll
Pop Album of the Year
Olivia Rodrigo, Guts
Country Song of the Year
“Heart Like a Truck” – Lainey Wilson
Country Artist of the Year
Morgan Wallen
Best New Artist (country)
Jelly Roll
Country Album of the Year
Morgan Wallen, One Thing at a Time
Hip-Hop Song of the Year
“All My Life”- Lil Durk ft. J. Cole
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year
Drake
Best New Artist (hip-hop)
Ice Spice
Hip-hop Album of the Year
Metro Boomin, Heroes & Villains
R&B Song of the Year
“Snooze”- SZA
R&B Artist of the Year
SZA
Best New Artist (R&B)
Victoria Monét
R&B Album of the Year
SZA, SOS
Alternative Song of the Year
“One More Time”- Blink-182
Alternative Artist of the Year
Fall Out Boy
Best New Artist (alt and rock)
Noah Kahan
Alternative Album of the Year
boygenius, the record
Rock Song of the Year
“Lost” – Linkin Park
Rock Artist of the Year
Foo Fighters
Rock Album of the Year
Metallica, 72 Seasons
Dance Song of the Year
“Strangers” – Kenya Grace
Dance Artist of the Year
Tiësto
Latin pop / Urban Song of the Year
“Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53”- Shakira and Bizarrap
Latin Pop / Urban Artist of the Year
Karol G
Best New Artist (Latin Pop / Urban)
Young Miko
Latin Pop / Urban Album of the Year
Karol G, MAÑANA SERÁ BONITO
Regional Mexican Song of the year
“Ella Baila Sola” – Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
Regional Mexican Artist of the Year
Peso Pluma
Best New Artist (regional Mexican)
Peso Pluma
Regional Mexican Album of the Year
Peso Pluma, Génesis
K-pop Artist of the Year (new category)
Jung Kook
K-pop Song of the Year (new category)
“Cupid (Twin Version)”- FIFTY FIFTY
K-pop Album of the Year
Stray Kids, 5-Star
Best New Artist (K-pop) (new category)
NewJeans
Best African Music Artist
Burna Boy
Socially Voted Categories
Best lyrics
“Is It Over Now? (Taylor’s Version)”- Taylor Swift
Best music video
“Seven”- Jung Kook ft. Latto
Best fan army
BTS Army
Social Star Award
Gracie Abrams
Favorite Tour Photographer
Joshua Halling – Louis Tomlinson
TikTok Bop of the Year
“Cruel Summer”- Taylor Swift
Favourite on-screen (new category)
j-hope IN THE BOX
Favorite Tour Style
Taylor Swift
Favourite Debut Album (new category)
V, Layover
Other notable awards from the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards
- Afrobeats superstars, Burna Boy and Rema are the only to Nigerians to receive any award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
- Stevie Wonder presented Beyoncé with the Innovator Award, acknowledging her indelible mark on the industry and Beyoncé’s heartfelt acceptance of the Innovator Award.
“Being an innovator comes with its challenges, but it’s a testament to resilience and unwavering dedication to the craft.”
Beyoncé
- Cher’s legendary status solidified with the Icon Award and her emotional dedication from Meryl Streep and a soul-stirring tribute by Jennifer Hudson.
- Ludacris didn’t just keep the show running smoothly as the host. He also graced the stage with electrifying performances, including a collaboration with T-Pain that had the crowd on their feet.