The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards was an unforgettable night, with major stars like Taylor Swift, Eminem, and Chappell Roan dominating the stage. Several records were broken and new milestones were reached. From Taylor Swift surpassing Beyoncé’s record to Eminem securing his position as the most-awarded male solo artist, this year’s VMAs was packed with incredible achievements.
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Here’s a breakdown of all the records set and broken at this year’s event.
ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift once again clinched the coveted Artist of the Year award, becoming the first artist in history to win this title two years in a row. Her dominance in the music industry continues to be unmatched, with her string of hits and major collaborations earning her wide recognition.
BEST NEW ARTIST
Chappell Roan took home the award for Best New Artist, marking the seventh consecutive year that this title has been won by a female artist. Roan’s rising popularity, especially with hits like “Good Luck, Babe“, solidifies her place as one of the top newcomers in the industry.
BEST HIP-HOP
Eminem once again made history by winning Best Hip-Hop for his song “Houdini.” This victory not only solidified his position as the most-awarded male solo artist at the VMAs, but it also made him the most-awarded rapper in MTV VMA history, surpassing Nicki Minaj’s previous record.
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift’s collaboration with Post Malone on “Fortnight” won Video of the Year, marking Swift’s fifth win in this category, a feat no other artist has achieved. Naijay.com learned that this victory further strengthened Swift’s legendary status at the VMAs.
BEST POP
Taylor Swift also tied with Britney Spears by winning her third Best Pop award for her track “Fortnight.” Both women now share the record for the most wins in this category, highlighting their lasting influence in pop music.
BEST COLLABORATION
The collaboration between Taylor Swift and Post Malone for “Fortnight” swept multiple categories, including Best Collaboration. This collaboration was one of the most celebrated moments of the night, further proving Swift and Malone’s ability to make waves in the music industry.
BEST SONG OF THE YEAR
Sabrina Carpenter’s smash hit “Espresso“ won Song of the Year. This track dominated charts worldwide, and its popularity was solidified with the VMAs recognition, showing Carpenter’s growing power in the music world.
BEST R&B
SZA claimed the Best R&B award with her song “Snooze.” Her unique sound and heartfelt lyrics continue to captivate fans, and this win cements her status as one of the leading voices in R&B today.
BEST NEW ARTIST
Chappell Roan’s win for Best New Artist marks a continuation of a strong female presence in the category. Roan’s empowering performances and unique style have quickly made her a fan favorite, with Naijay.com reporting that this victory places her among the top rising stars in the industry.
BEST HIP-HOP
Eminem’s song “Houdini” won Best Hip-Hop, marking another milestone for the rapper. With this win, Eminem extended his record as the most-awarded male solo artist in the history of the VMAs.
BEST K-POP
Lisa of BLACKPINK made history by winning Best K-Pop for her track “Rockstar.” Lisa continues to pave the way for K-pop artists on the global stage, and this win is a testament to her worldwide influence.
BEST AFROBEATS
Tyla made a major impact by winning Best Afrobeats for her song “Water.” This marks her first-ever VMA win, and Naijay.com learned that it highlights the growing global recognition of Afrobeats music. Tyla’s victory demonstrates how this genre continues to make waves, gaining more mainstream attention.
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