Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations for the upcoming American Music Awards, securing 10 nods, including artist of the year and song of the year for his track “Not Like Us.” The song, which recently won a Grammy, stems from his ongoing feud with Canadian artist Drake. The rivalry has intensified as Drake has filed a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over the track’s release.
Post Malone follows closely behind with eight nominations. He earned recognition in categories such as favorite male country artist and favorite country album for his project F-1 Trillion. Known for his success across multiple genres, Malone previously took home AMAs in the rap/hip-hop and pop/rock categories, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
Artists Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey each earned seven nominations, demonstrating the diversity and rising talent currently shaping the music landscape. Taylor Swift, the most awarded artist in AMA history, received six nominations this year, adding to her impressive legacy.
Beyoncé’s acclaimed album Cowboy Carter earned a nomination for album of the year as well as favorite country album, reflecting her successful crossover into country music. She is also nominated for favorite female country artist, further expanding her influence into new genres. Cowboy Carter had earlier claimed the top honor at this year’s Grammy Awards.
Winners will be determined through fan voting, with the results revealed at the ceremony set for May 26. Jennifer Lopez will host the event, which will be broadcast live on CBS, promising a star-studded night celebrating the year’s most popular artists.
Nominations for the American Music Awards were based on a combination of metrics, including Billboard chart performance, streaming numbers, album and song sales, radio airplay, and social media engagement. This approach ensures that fan support and commercial success play a critical role in determining the honorees.
With a lineup featuring both established superstars and breakthrough talents, this year’s AMAs promises to highlight the evolving trends and powerful voices that define today’s music industry. From rap battles to genre-crossing albums, the awards ceremony aims to capture the dynamic spirit of modern music culture. Fans are eagerly anticipating the event, ready to celebrate the artists who have left a lasting impact over the past year.
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