Taylor Swift is leading the pack at the 2025 iHeartRadio Awards with 10 nominations across nine categories, solidifying her position as one of the most celebrated artists of the year. Here's a breakdown of her nods, the competition, and the buzz surrounding this year’s awards.
Taylor's Nominations
Taylor's fan account, Taylor Nation, announced the exciting news earlier today, highlighting her recognition in several fan-favorite and newly introduced categories. Among the highlights:
Artist of the Year
Pop Artist of the Year
Best Collaboration (with Post Malone for their Fortnite project)
Best Lyrics (Fortnite)
Best Music Video (Fortnite)
Favorite Tour Style (for her record-breaking Eras Tour)
Favorite Tour Tradition (nominated twice for her iconic "22 hat giveaway" and surprise songs during the Eras Tour)
Favorite Surprise Guest (Travis Kelce’s appearance on the Eras Tour)
Additionally, Taylor is set to receive the prestigious Tour of the Century Award for her Eras Tour, already being hailed as the most impactful tour of the century so far—a bold statement considering it’s only 2025.
Fan-Voted Categories Bring Excitement
Several of Taylor’s nominations fall under fan-voted categories, including Favorite Tour Tradition and Favorite Surprise Guest. These categories showcase unforgettable live moments, allowing fans to celebrate the magic of live music and unique concert experiences.
Favorite Surprise Guest includes Taylor’s much-talked-about collaboration with Travis Kelce, adding a layer of pop culture buzz.
Favorite Tour Tradition honors Taylor’s signature moves like the "22 hat giveaway" and the deeply personal surprise song performances.
With her devoted fanbase, these categories are where Taylor might dominate the most.
The Competition
Taylor faces stiff competition across the board:
Pop Artist of the Year pits her against Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, and Tate McRae—all strong contenders in the pop world.
Best Collaboration sees her going head-to-head with Post Malone (who's also nominated twice in this category), Lady Gaga, and Metro Boomin.
Interestingly, Taylor was snubbed in the Song of the Year and Pop Song of the Year categories, a surprising move considering her strong presence in other major categories. Artists like Benson Boone, Doja Cat, and Hozier secured spots in these coveted categories.
Big Names and Iconic Moments
Beyond Taylor’s nominations, the iHeartRadio Awards will celebrate other notable artists and achievements:
Lady Gaga will receive the Innovator Award.
Mariah Carey will be honored with the Icon Award.
Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen, and Post Malone join Taylor in leading the nominations tally.
Taylor’s Tour of the Century
The Eras Tour is more than just a tour—it's a cultural phenomenon. Already crowned with the Tour of the Century Award, the tour’s unmatched global impact is set to be recognized at the event. Fans are eagerly awaiting Taylor’s next moves, with hopes of another tour that could surpass even this milestone achievement.
What to Expect
The 2025 iHeartRadio Awards are set to take place in March in Los Angeles, promising a star-studded event with tributes to recent global events and live performances. Taylor’s fans are already buzzing about how many awards she’ll take home. Could Travis Kelce also walk away with an award? Perhaps 2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for both.
Final Thoughts
With 10 nominations and the Tour of the Century Award already in her pocket, Taylor Swift continues to set records and captivate audiences. Tune in this March to see how many awards she’ll add to her collection. What’s your prediction? Will Taylor sweep the fan-voted categories, or will the competition give her a run for her money? Share your thoughts and let the countdown to the iHeartRadio Awards begin!
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