Billboard Music Awards 2023: Who are the nominees, where and when to watch the ceremony that celebrates the best of music

This Sunday, November 19, the spotlight will be on the annual gala of the Billboard Music Awards 2023, an event that promises to not only reward the music industry’s most notable talents, but also offer a completely new experience for viewers. Last month, the nominees were revealed, and Taylor Swift leads the pack with an impressive total of 20 nominations, establishing herself as the top finalist in several categories.

This year’s gala features a significant change in its format and transmission. According to Billboard, the BBMA 2023 “will offer a new awards show concept that will entertain fans with music and exclusive content, including winner celebrations, behind-the-scenes moments and performances created by the world’s biggest artists”. An interesting twist is that the ceremony will feature performances and acceptance speeches from different parts of the world, adding an international touch to the celebration.

Which artists will perform at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards?

The list of artists confirmed for the gala is as exciting as it is diverse. Mariah Carey will headline the night, performing her Christmas classic ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ and receiving the coveted Billboard Chart Achievement Award. Other confirmed artists include Peso Pluma, Karol G, Stray Kids, NewJeans, Morgan Wallen and the explosive collaboration of Bebe Rexha and David Guetta.

Taylor Swift, with 20 nominations, is presented as the star of the night, seeking to surpass Drake, who holds the record of 34 awards and is nominated in 14 categories this year. Anticipation is rising as Swift could become the biggest winner in BBMA history and break Drake’s record for most awards won in a single night.

Where to watch the 2023 Billboard Music Awards?

The 2023 Billboard Music Awards have a unique experience prepared for fans, combining music and exclusive content. Performances and awards will be available on the BBMAs and Billboard social channels, as well as via BBMAs.watch on Sunday, November 19. This new approach seeks to offer a more immersive and closer experience for music fans.

When will the 2023 Billboard Music Awards be?

The appointment for the awards is next Sunday, November 19, where several artists will compete for recognition in different categories. The broadcast will begin at 7:00 p.m. (central Mexico), marking a milestone in the history of the BBMAs by opting for digital platforms to bring the gala to viewers’ homes.

Who are the nominees for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards?

Best Artist

• drake
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift

Best New Artist

• Bailey Zimmerman
• Ice Spice
• Jelly Roll
• Featherweight
• Zach Bryan

Best Male Artist

• drake
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• The Weeknd
• Zach Bryan

Best Female Artist

• Beyonce
• Miley Cyrus
• Olivia Rodrigo
• SZA
• Taylor Swift

Best Duo/Group

• Armed Link
• Fifty Fifty
• Ruled Force
• Border Group
• Metallica

Top Billboard 200 Artist

• drake
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift

Best Hot 100 Artist

• drake
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift

Best Hot 100 Composer

• Ashley Gorley
• Jack Antonoff
• SZA
• Taylor Swift
• Zach Bryan

Best Hot 100 Producer

• Jack Antonoff
• Joey Moi
• Metro Boomin
• Taylor Swift
• Zach Bryan

Best Artist Streaming Songs

• drake
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift
• Zach Bryan

Best Artist Songs on Radio

• Miley Cyrus
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift
• The Weeknd

Artist with Top Song Sales

• Jason Aldean
• Miley Cyrus
• Morgan Wallen
• Oliver Anthony Music
• Taylor Swift

Top Billboard Global 200 Artist

• Bad Bunny
• Morgan Wallen
• SZA
• Taylor Swift
• The Weeknd

Best Global Billboard Artist (excluding USA)

• Bad Bunny
• Ed Sheeran
• NewJeans
• Taylor Swift
• The Weeknd

Best R&B Artist

• Beyonce
• Chris Brown
• Rihanna
• SZA
• The Weeknd

Best Male R&B Artist

• Chris Brown
• Miguel
• The Weeknd

Best Female R&B Artist

Best Tour R&B Artist

• Beyonce
• Bruno Mars
• The Weeknd

Best Rap Artist

• 21Savage
• drake
• Lil Baby
• Metro Boomin
• Travis Scott

Best Male Rap Artist

• 21Savage
• drake
• Travis Scott

Best Female Rap Artist

• Doja Cat
• Ice Spice
• Nicki Minaj

Best Rap Tour Artist

• 50 Cent
• drake
• Snoop Dogg & Wiz Khalifa

Best Country Artist

• Bailey Zimmerman
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• Taylor Swift
• Zach Bryan

Best Male Country Artist

• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen
• Zach Bryan

Best Female Country Artist

• Lainey Wilson
• Megan Moroney
• Taylor Swift

Best Country Duo/Group

• Old Dominion
• Parmalee
• Zac Brown Band

Best Country Tour Artist

• George Strait
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen

Best Rock Artist

• Jelly Roll
• Noah Kahan
• Stephen Sanchez
• Steve Lacy
• Zach Bryan

Best Rock Duo/Group

• Arctic Monkeys
• Foo Fighters
• Metallica

Best Rock Artist on Tour

• Coldplay
• Depeche Mode
• Elton John

Best Latin Artist

• Bad Bunny
• Armed Link
• Ruled Force
• Karol G
• Featherweight

Best Latin Male Artist

• Bad Bunny
• Featherweight
• Rauw Alejandro

Best Female Latin Artist

Best Latin Duo/Group

• Armed Link
• Ruled Force
• Border Group

Best Latin Artist on Tour

Best Global K-Pop Artist

• Jimin from BTS
• NewJeans
• Stray Kids
• TOMORROW X TOGETHER
• TWICE

Best K-Pop Artist on Tour

• BLACKPINK
• SUGA from BTS
• TWICE

Best Afrobeats Artist

• Burna Boy
• Libyanca
• Row
• Items
• wizkid

Best Dance/Electronic Artist

• Beyonce
• Calvin Harris
• David Guetta
• drake
• Pot

Best Christian Artist

• Brandon Lake
• Elevation Worship
• for KING & COUNTRY
• Lauren Daigle
• Phil Wickham

Best Gospel Artist

• CeCe Winans
• Elevation Worship
• Kanye West
• Kirk Franklin
• Maverick City Music

Best Billboard 200 Album

• Drake & 21 Savage, Her Loss
• Metro Boomin, HEROES & VILLAINS
• Morgan Wallen, One Thing at a Time
• SZA, S.O.S.
• Taylor Swift, Midnights

Best Soundtrack

• Barbie: The Album
• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – Music From and Inspired By
• ELVIS
• Metro Boomin Presents Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Soundtrack From and Inspired by the Motion Picture)
• Top Gun: Maverick

Best R&B Album

• Beyoncé, RENAISSANCE
• Brent Faiyaz, WASTELAND
• Drake, Honestly, Nevermind
• Steve Lacy, Gemini Rights
• SZA, S.O.S.

Best Rap Album

• Drake & 21 Savage, Her Loss
• Future, I Never Liked You
• Lil Baby, It’s Only Me
• Metro Boomin, HEROES & VILLAINS
• Travis Scott, UTOPIA

Best Country Album

• Luke Combs, Gettin’ Old
• Luke Combs, Growin’ Up
• Morgan Wallen, One Thing at a Time
• Taylor Swift, Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)
• Zach Bryan, American Heartbreak

Best Rock Album

• HARDY, the mockingbird & THE CROW
• Jelly Roll, Whitsitt Chapel
• Noah Kahan, Stick Season
• Steve Lacy, Gemini Rights
• Zach Bryan, American Heartbreak

Best Latin Album

• Bad Bunny, A Summer Without You
• Armed Link, UNVEILED
• Ivan Cornejo, Damaged
• Karol G, TOMORROW WILL BE NICE
• Featherweight, GENESIS

Best K-Pop Album

• Jimin, FACE
• NewJeans, 2nd EP ‘Get Up’
• Stray Kids, 5-STAR
• TOMORROW X TOGETHER, The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION
• TWICE, READY TO BE: 12th Mini Album

Best Dance/Electronic Album

• Beyoncé, RENAISSANCE
• Drake, Honestly, Nevermind
• ILLENIUM, ILLENIUM
• Kim Petras, Feed the Beast
• Tiësto, DRIVE

Best Christian Album

• Anne Wilson, My Jesus
• Brandon Lake, House of Miracles
• CAIN, Rise Up
• Elevation Worship, LION
• Lauren Daigle, Lauren Daigle

Best Gospel Album

• Jonathan McReynolds, My Truth
• Maverick City Music x Kirk Franklin, Kingdom Book One
• Tye Tribbett, All Things New
• Whitney Houston, I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston
• Zacardi Cortez, Imprint (Live in Memphis)

Best Hot 100 Song

• Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage, “Creepin’”
• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Morgan Wallen, “Last Night”
• SZA, “Kill Bill”
• Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

Best Streaming Song

• Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage, “Creepin’”
• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Morgan Wallen, “Last Night”
• SZA, “Kill Bill”
• Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

Best Radio Song

• Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage, “Creepin’”
• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”
• Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”
• The Weeknd & Ariana Grande “Die for You”

Best Sales Song

• Jason Aldean, “Try That in a Small Town”
• Jimin, ‘Like Crazy’
• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Oliver Anthony Music, “Rich Men North of Richmond”
• Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

Best Collaboration

• David Guetta & Bebe Rexha, “I’m Good (Blue)”
• Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage, “Creepin’”
• Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”
• Sam Smith & Kim Petras, “Unholy”
• The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Die for You”

Best Billboard Global 200 Song

• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”
• SZA, “Kill Bill”
• Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”
• The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Die for You”

Best Global Billboard Song (excluding USA)

• David Guetta & Bebe Rexha, “I’m Good (Blue)”
• Harry Styles, “As It Was”
• Miley Cyrus, “Flowers”
• Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”
• The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Die for You”

Best R&B Song

• Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage, “Creepin’”
• Miguel, “Sure Thing”
• The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Die for You”
• SZA, “Kill Bill”
• SZA, “Snooze”

Best Rap Song

• Coi Leray, “Players”
• Drake & 21 Savage, “Rich Flex”
• Gunna, “fukumean”
• Lil Durk ft. J. Cole, “All My Life”
• Toosii, “Favorite Song”

Best Country Song

• Bailey Zimmerman, “Rock and a Hard Place”
• Luke Combs, “Fast Car”
• Morgan Wallen, “Last Night”
• Morgan Wallen, “You Proof”
• Zach Bryan, “Something in the Orange”

Best Rock Song

• Jelly Roll, “Need A Favor”
• Stephen Sanchez, “Until I Found You”
• Steve Lacy, “Bad Habit”
• Zach Bryan ft. Kacey Musgraves, “I Remember Everything”
• Zach Bryan, “Something in the Orange”

Best Latin Song

• Armed Link x Featherweight, “She Dances Alone”
• Force Regida x Grupo Frontera, “Bebe Dame”
• Grupo Frontera x Bad Bunny, “a x100to”
• Karol G & Shakira, “TQG”
• Yng Lvcas x Featherweight, “The Baby”

Best Global K-Pop Song

• Fifty Fifty, “Cupid”
• Jimin, “Like Crazy”
• Jungkook ft. Latto, “Seven”
• NewJeans, “Ditto”
• NewJeans, “OMG”

Best Afrobeats Song

• Ayra Starr, “Rush”
• Libyanca, “People”
• Oxlade, “KU LO SA”
• Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”

Best Dance/Electronic Song

• Bizarrap & Shakira, “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53″
• David Guetta, Anne-Marie & Coi Leray, “Baby Don’t Hurt Me”
• David Guetta & Bebe Rexha, “I’m Good (Blue)”
• Elton John & Britney Spears, “Hold Me Closer”
• Tiësto ft. Tate McRae, “10:35″

Best Christian Song

• Brandon Lake, “Gratitude”
• Chris Tomlin, “Holy Forever”
• for KING & COUNTRY with Jordin Sparks, “Love Me Like I Am”
• Lauren Daigle, “Thank God I Do”
• Phil Wickham, “This Is Our God”

Best Gospel Song

• CeCe Winans, “Goodness of God”
• Crowder & Dante Bowe ft. Maverick City Music, “God Really Loves Us”
• Elevation Worship ft. Chandler Moore & Tiffany Hudson, “More Than Able”
• Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin ft. Brandon Lake & Chandler Moore, “Fear is Not My Future”
• Zacardi Cortez, “Lord Do It for Me (Live in Memphis)”