American Music Awards 2025: A Night of Iconic Performances and Big Wins
The American Music Awards 2025 lit up Las Vegas with unmatched sparkle, star power, and jaw-dropping performances. Held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas and hosted by the legendary Jennifer Lopez, the night celebrated the very best in the global music industry.
From Billie Eilish’s historic sweep to legendary tributes and emotional performances, the 2025 AMAs proved once again why it’s one of the most awaited award ceremonies of the year.
American Music Awards 2025: Key Highlights
Billie Eilish emerged as the night’s biggest star, winning in seven categories.
Her album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” won Album of the Year, and her hit “Birds of a Feather” took home Song of the Year.
Eilish also secured the highest honor — Artist of the Year — and won Favourite Touring Artist.
Host Jennifer Lopez electrified the stage with a medley of modern hits, including Chappell Roan’s “Hot to Go” and Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us”.
Janet Jackson received the Icon Award and stunned fans with her first televised performance in seven years.
Rod Stewart was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by five of his children. His emotional rendition of “Forever Young” closed the night on a touching note.
American Music Awards 2025 Winners List
🥇 Major Awards
Category
Winner
Artist of the Year
Billie Eilish
New Artist of the Year
Gracie Abrams
Album of the Year
Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish
Song of the Year
Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish
Collaboration of the Year
Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
Favourite Music Video
Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
Favourite Touring Artist
Billie Eilish
🎵 Pop Category
Award
Winner
Male Artist
Bruno Mars
Female Artist
Billie Eilish
Album
Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish
Song
Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish
🤠 Country Category
Award
Winner
Male Artist
Post Malone
Female Artist
Beyoncé
Album
Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
Song
I Had Some Help – Post Malone ft. Morgan Wallen
🎤 Hip-Hop Category
Award
Winner
Male Artist
Eminem
Female Artist
Megan Thee Stallion
Album
The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce) – Eminem
Song
Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
🎧 R&B Category
Award
Winner
Male Artist
The Weeknd
Female Artist
SZA
Album
Hurry Up Tomorrow – The Weeknd
Song
Saturn – SZA
🌎 Latin Category
Award
Winner
Male Artist
Bad Bunny
Female Artist
Becky G
Album
Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny
Song
Soltera – Shakira
🎸 Other Categories
Favourite Rock Artist:Twenty One Pilots
Final Thoughts: A Night to Remember
The American Music Awards 2025 did more than just honor musical excellence — it created unforgettable memories. From Billie Eilish’s domination of the major categories to powerful performances by Janet Jackson and heartfelt tributes to icons like Rod Stewart, this year’s AMAs were truly spectacular.
Harshvardhan Mishra is a tech expert with a B.Tech in IT and a PG Diploma in IoT from CDAC. With 6+ years of Industrial experience, he runs HVM Smart Solutions, offering IT, IoT, and financial services. A passionate UPSC aspirant and researcher, he has deep knowledge of finance, economics, geopolitics, history, and Indian culture. With 11+ years of blogging experience, he creates insightful content on BharatArticles.com, blending tech, history, and culture to inform and empower readers.
