Billboard Music Awards 2024: Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen Win Big

The 2024 Billboard Music Awards took place last night, showcasing the artists and songs that dominated the global charts over the past year. Hosted by comedian Michelle Buteau, the ceremony featured a variety of performances by artists like Coldplay, Jelly Roll, and K-pop band Stray Kids, ensuring an entertaining and vibrant night for viewers. The event was highlighted by the success of several artists, with Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen, and Sabrina Carpenter standing out, thanks to their multiple nominations. Taylor Swift, in particular, had a good night taking home ten awards and becoming the most-decorated artist in Billboard Music Awards history.

Swift's achievements at the event were particularly noteworthy, as she was nominated in categories such as Top Artist, Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Artist, and Top Billboard Global 200 Artist. Her remarkable year was crowned with the award for Top Male Artist, traditionally a highly competitive category, indicating her significant crossover appeal and influence across different demographics. Similarly, Morgan Wallen had a memorable night, clinching four awards, which brought his career total to 19, landing him just one shy of Garth Brooks’ record as the country artist with the most wins. Wallen's awards included Top Country Artist and Top Male Artist, proving his dominance in the genre.

Among the new faces making waves this year, Chappell Roan garnered attention by winning the Top New Artist award, showcasing the increasing diversity and fresh talent emerging in the industry. Sabrina Carpenter, despite her nine nominations, did not clinch any wins at this year's event. Her single “Espresso” was a contender for Top Billboard Global 200 Song, demonstrating her continued presence and impact on the charts. Zach Bryan was another artist who captured the spotlight, securing five awards, including in both country and rock categories, highlighting his versatility and genre-crossing appeal.

The ceremony also recognized various artists for their contributions across different musical styles and genres. Drake, for example, continued to solidify his place in the music world by winning the Top Rap Artist and Top Rap Male Artist awards, bringing his total career wins to 42 – a testament to his lasting impact and prominence in the rap genre. Similarly, Bad Bunny and Karol G continued to dominate the Latin categories, with Bad Bunny extending his record as the Top Latin Artist for the fifth consecutive year, proving their global reach and influence.

The night was also marked by notable wins in specific genre categories. SZA, for instance, was recognized as the Top R&B Artist and Top R&B Female Artist, marking her continued success in the realm of R&B music. Furthermore, Charli XCX's win in the Top Dance/Electronic Artist category highlighted her prominence in the electronic music scene. Meanwhile, Zach Bryan's collaboration with Kacey Musgraves on “I Remember Everything” won Top Rock Song, underscoring the blending of country and rock sounds in today's music landscape.

Overall, the 2024 Billboard Music Awards not only celebrated the year's most influential and successful artists but also highlighted emerging talent, reflecting the dynamic and evolving nature of the music industry. With standout performances and a roster of impressive winners, this year's awards provided a comprehensive snapshot of the music scene's current and future stars.

Check out some of the winners below: