The wait is over: the 2025 American Music Awards nominees have been revealed, with The Weeknd and Taylor Swift leading the pack. From pop to hip-hop, country to rap, find out who’s up for the coveted titles in this year’s highly anticipated ceremony.
The American Music Awards (AMA) is one of the most prestigious music awards in the United States, honoring outstanding achievements in various genres. The 2025 nominations have been announced, and fans can now see who’s up for the coveted titles.
Established in 1973, the American Music Awards (AMAs) is an annual music awards ceremony presented by Dick Clark Productions.
The event recognizes outstanding achievements in popular music and honors top artists across various genres.
Categories include Favorite Artist, Album, and Song, among others.
The AMAs have been broadcast on major networks such as ABC and NBC, with notable performances from artists like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Taylor Swift.
This year’s nominees include a diverse range of talented artists across multiple categories. Some of the top contenders include:
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The Weeknd, with six nominations
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Taylor Swift, with five nominations
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Kanye West, with four nominations
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Drake, with four nominations
These artists will compete in various categories, including Favorite Artist – Pop/Rock, Favorite Artist – Rap/Hip-Hop, and Favorite Artist – Country.
The American Music Awards (AMAs) recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry across various genres.
Categories include Artist of the Year, 'New Artist of the Year' , Favorite Pop/Rock Album, and Favorite Country Song.
Additionally, awards are given for specific genres such as hip-hop/rap, Latin, R&B, and electronic/dance music.
The AMAs also honor international artists with awards like International Artist of the Year.
These categories ensure that a wide range of musical talents are recognized and celebrated.
The complete list of nominees includes:
| Category | Nominees |
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| Favorite Artist – Pop/Rock | The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande
| Favorite Artist – Rap/Hip-Hop | Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Travis Scott
| Favorite Artist – Country | Luke Combs, Kacey Musgraves, Chris Stapleton, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett
Pop-rock music has undergone significant changes since its inception in the 1960s.
Initially, it was a blend of rock and roll and pop music, characterized by catchy melodies and simple harmonies.
The genre gained popularity with bands like The Beatles and The Beach Boys.
Over time, pop-rock evolved to incorporate various styles, including punk, new wave, and electronic elements.
Today, artists like Imagine Dragons and The 1975 continue to push the boundaries of pop-rock music.
Other categories include:
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Favorite Album – Pop/Rock: ‘The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours”, ‘Taylor Swift’s ‘Folklore”
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Favorite Album – Rap/Hip-Hop: ‘Kanye West’s ‘Jesus Is King”, ‘Drake’s ‘Scorpion”
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Favorite Song – Pop/Rock: ”Blinding Lights’ by The Weeknd’, ”Cardigan’ by Taylor Swift’
The winners of the 2025 American Music Awards will be announced live on TV, marking a thrilling conclusion to the ceremony. Fans can tune in to find out who takes home the top honors in their favorite categories.
