iHeartRadio has revealed the first-ever iHeartRadio Music Awards and they’re set for May 1, 2014. Nominees feature the who’s who of the most popular artists of this year. Check out our predictions below
SONG OF THE YEAR –“Hold On We’re Going Home” Drake feat. Majid Jordan
If you haven’t heard this song, you’ve clearly been living under a rock. Garnering tons of radio play time and lots of fan requests, Drake is sure to take home this category.
Other nominees:
“Stay” Rihanna feat. Mikky Ekko
“Mirrors” Justin Timberlake”
“The Monster” Eminem feat. Rihanna
“Radioactive” Imagine Dragons
ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Rihanna
The girl is non-stop people! Ever since her debut ages ago, Rihanna has continued to evolve as an artist and style icon. She had a great year on the radio and will continue to in the future!
Other nominees:
Justin Timberlake
Imagine Dragons
Maroon 5
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
BEST NEW ARTIST – Lorde
With multiple chart-topping hits this year, Lorde has stolen the hearts of many. Her awesome attitude and relatable lyrics surely secure the prize for her this year.
Other nominees:
Icona Pop
Passenger
Imagine Dragons
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Florida Georgia Line
BEST FAN ARMY – Mahomies
Mahomies have quickly taken over the scene this year, moving One Direction and Justin Bieber fans to the side. Austin’s fanbase has grown so much, who knows what they’re up to next! Our prediction: winning Best Fan Army at the iHeartRadio Awards.
Other nominees:
Rihanna Navy
Little Monsters
Arianators
Swifties
Lovatics
BEST COLLABORATION –“Holy Grail” JAY Z feat. Justin Timberlake
This unstoppable duo brought class and style to the radio with their multiple collabs this year. It’s hard to decide between Suit & Tie and Holy Grail but we predict the latter will take the big award this year.
Other nominees:
“Timber” Pitbull feat. Ke$ha
“Stay” Rihanna feat. Mikky Ekko
“Suit & Tie” Justin Timberlake feat. JAY Z
“The Monster” Eminem feat. Rihanna
COUNTRY SONG OF THE YEAR – “Highway Don’t Care” Tim McGraw feat. Taylor Swift
As Country continues to win over pop, rock and rap fans everywhere, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift have given them another reason to make the switch. The song is heartfelt and beautiful and is sure to win the prize this year.
Other nominees:
“Boys ‘Round Here” Blake Shelton
“That’s My Kind of Night” Luke Bryan
“Mine Would Be You” Blake Shelton
“It Goes Like This” Thomas Rhett
HIP HOP/R&B SONG OF THE YEAR –“Blurred Lines” Robin Thicke feat. T.I. & Pharrell
Robin Thicke’s collaboration with T.I. and Pharrell has been heard non-stop this year. The catchy beat and amazing artist interaction had Hip Hop and R&B fans going wild for the song.
Other nominees:
“Pour It Up” Rihanna
“Holy Grail” JAY Z feat. Justin Timberlake
“Hold On We’re Going Home” Drake feat. Majid Jordan
“Started From The Bottom” Drake
EDM SONG OF THE YEAR – “Stay The Night” Zedd feat. Hayley Williams
EDM was on the rise again this year, with Zedd and Hayley Williams delivering an awesome combo that we heard all year. The catchy lyrics and dance factor are next to none. They have to be the victors for EDM Song of the Year!
Other nominees:
“Wake Me Up” Avicii
“Get Lucky” Daft PUnk feat. Pharrell
“Summertime Sadness” Lana Del Rey feat. Cedric Gervais
“Sweet Nothing” Calvin Harris feat. Florence Welch
ALT ROCK SONG OF THE YEAR – “Safe And Sound” Capital Cities
Capital Cities, although new on the scene, has made it big this year. With their catchy single ‘Safe And Sound’, fans have called in and repeatedly requested the fun anthem. They are sure to win the Alt Rock Song of the Year.
Other nominees:
“Royals” Lorde
“Pompeii” Bastille
“Demons” Imagine Dragons
“Do I Wanna Know” Arctic Monkeys
BEST LYRICS –“Wrecking Ball” Miley Cyrus
Miley’s made a big debut on the music scene this year and Wrecking Ball may very well have been the start of it all. Boys and girls, men and women, can all agree: Miley struck gold with these lyrics.
Other nominees:
“I Love It” Icona Pop
“Say Something” A Great Big World
“Wake Me Up” Avicii
“Same Love” Macklemore & Ryan Lewis