The 2023 Billboard Music Awards, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, was a night to remember as some of the biggest names in music took home top honors. The ceremony, hosted by actor and singer Nick Jonas, saw performances from chart-topping artists such as Taylor Swift, Khalid, and Bad Bunny, among others.
Leading the pack with the most wins was pop sensation Taylor Swift, who walked away with six awards, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist, and Top Selling Album for her record-breaking release “Folklore.” In her acceptance speech, Swift thanked her fans for their unwavering support and promised that she would continue to make music that inspires and uplifts them.
Coming in second was rapper and producer Drake, who won five awards, including Top Male Artist and Top Rap Artist. His hit single “God’s Plan” also took home the award for Top Streaming Song (Video). Drake used his time on stage to speak about the importance of mental health and encouraged his fellow musicians to take care of themselves both physically and mentally.
Other notable winners included Khalid, who won four awards, including Top R&B Artist and Top R&B Album for his sophomore effort “Free Spirit.” He dedicated his wins to his fans, whom he credited for pushing him to be better every day. Newcomer Billie Eilish also had a successful night, taking home three awards, including Top New Artist and Top Alternative Artist. Her brother and collaborator Finneas O’Connell joined her on stage to accept the awards and expressed gratitude for the recognition.
In the country category, Luke Combs emerged as the top winner, taking home three awards, including Top Country Artist and Top Country Album for his album “What You See Is What You Get.” He thanked his family and team for their tireless efforts and promised to keep making music that resonates with his fans.
The evening also saw memorable performances from some of the industry’s hottest acts. Taylor Swift kicked off the show with a medley of her hits, including “Me!” and “Shake It Off,” while Khalid delivered an emotional rendition of his song “Talk.” Bad Bunny brought the energy up a notch with his high-octane performance of “Yo Perreo Sola,” and the Jonas Brothers closed out the night with their anthemic “Sucker.”
The 2023 Billboard Music Awards also recognized several legends in the music industry. Iconic rock band Queen received the Billboard Icon Award, which was accepted by guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor. They paid tribute to their late frontman Freddie Mercury and thanked their fans for keeping their music alive.
Additionally, the ceremony featured special moments like the presentation of the Billboard Chart Achievement Award to Ariana Grande, who became the first artist to have three albums debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in less than a year. She expressed her gratitude through a video message, saying that it was an honor to share her music with her fans.
Overall, the 2023 Billboard Music Awards celebrated another successful year in music, recognizing the talented artists who have made a significant impact on the industry. With its star-studded lineup and heartfelt acceptance speeches, the event served as a testament to the power of music in bringing people together and shaping culture.
Here is the complete list of winners for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards:
Top Artist:
- Taylor Swift
Top Male Artist:
- Drake
Top Female Artist:
- Taylor Swift
Top New Artist:
- Billie Eilish
Top Duo/Group:
- BTS
Top Billboard 200 Artist:
- Taylor Swift
Top Hot 100 Artist:
- Drake
Top Digital Song Sales Artist:
- Taylor Swift
Top Streaming Songs Artist (Video):
- Drake
Top Radio Songs Artist:
- Post Malone
Top Touring Artist:
- Ed Sheeran
Top R&B Artist:
- Khalid
Top Rap Artist:
- Drake
Top Country Artist:
- Luke Combs
Top Rock Artist:
- Imagine Dragons
Top Pop Artist:
- Taylor Swift
Top Alternative Artist:
- Twenty One Pilots
Top Latin Artist:
- Bad Bunny
Top Christian Artist:
- Hillsong United
Top Gospel Artist:
- Kirk Franklin
Top Dance/Electronic Artist:
- Calvin Harris
Top Independent Artist:
- Tame Impala
Top Boxscore Artist:
- Ed Sheeran
Top Festival Artist:
- Lizzo
Top Live Artist:
- Elton John
Top Club Artist:
- David Guetta
Top Compilation Album:
- “Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1”
Top Soundtrack Album:
- “A Star is Born”
Top Jazz Album:
- “Q’s Jook Joint” by Quincy Jones
Top Classical Solo Vocal Album:
- “Verismo” by Renée Fleming
Top Opera Recording:
- “Poulenc: Dialogues des Carmélites” conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Top Musical Theater Album:
- “Hadestown (Original Broadway Cast Recording)”
Top Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media:
- “Moulin Rouge! The Musical”
Top Score Soundtrack for Visual Media:
- “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” composed by John Williams
Top Song Written for Visual Media:
- “Speechless” from “Aladdin” written by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
And finally, here are some special awards that were given out during the ceremony:
Billboard Icon Award:
- Queen
Billboard Chart Achievement Award:
- Ariana Grande
Billboard Legend Award:
- Janet Jackson
Billboard Trailblazer Award:
- Taylor Swift
Billboard Rule Breaker Award:
- Lil Nas X
Billboard Rising Star Award:
- Rosalía
That’s a wrap! These are all the winners from the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. Congratulations to all the talented artists who took home trophies last night.
