With the 2015 American Music Awards (AMA) having just taken place, it’s time to look back at all the great moments that made this year’s ceremony so memorable! From Ariana Grande’s surprise performance to Miley Cyrus’ surprisingly conservative look, there were plenty of AMA moments that caught people by surprise and made it into the highlight reel. Here are eight of the best AMA Award moments from one of America’s most popular awards shows.
1) Bruno Mars’ Six Wins
The American Music Awards are one of the biggest music awards shows in the USA and 2018 was an especially memorable one. Bruno Mars was nominated for an astounding eight awards and ended up taking home six! This was a historic moment for the musician, as he became the most awarded AMA artist ever, surpassing Michael Jackson.
The singer was nominated for Artist of the Year, Favorite Male Artist Pop/Rock, Favorite Album Pop/Rock, Favorite Song Pop/Rock, Video of the Year, Favorite Male Artist Soul/R&B, Favorite Album Soul/R&B, and Favorite Song Soul/R&B. He walked away with Artist of the Year, Favorite Album Pop/Rock, Favorite Song Pop/Rock, Video of the Year, Favorite Album Soul/R&B, and Favorite Song Soul/R&B. Bruno’s AMA wins made history at the time, as it was the most AMA wins by an artist in one night, ever.
These awards solidified Bruno Mars’ place among other acclaimed music artists such as The Beatles and the Rolling Stones who have also earned multiple Grammys and AMAs throughout their careers. It was an amazing achievement for the artist and one that will remain in AMA history forever.
2) Kendrick Lamar’s Dominance
At the American Music Awards, Kendrick Lamar emerged as a clear favorite in the music awards show. This was clear when he took home 8 awards and performed a medley of his hit songs, including King Kunta and Swimming Pools (Drank). His dominance at the AMAs didn’t go unnoticed. Not only did he break the record for most wins by a hip-hop artist, but he also swept the rap categories. The night was filled with highs for the Compton native and he showed why he’s one of the hottest acts in the USA.
For many artists, the Grammys are considered the highest accolade for musical excellence. His dominance has set a new precedent for excellence and has shown that there’s no single pathway to success in the music industry. While some artists may choose to focus on winning Grammys, Lamar has shown that the AMAs can provide recognition and be just as rewarding.
3) Ed Sheeran’s Surprise
The American Music Awards are one of the most prestigious music awards in the United States, and each year they honor some of the biggest names in music. Last year, Ed Sheeran was one of the recipients of an AMA award, and he made a surprise appearance at the ceremony to accept his award. This moment was one of the highlights of the evening, and it marked Sheeran’s first major music award win. He thanked his fans for their support and showed his appreciation for being part of such a prestigious music awards ceremony. The crowd erupted with cheers as Sheeran took the stage to accept his award, making it one of the most memorable moments from the evening.
4) Cardi B’s Historic Win
At the 2019 American Music Awards, Cardi B made history as the first female artist to win an award for the Rap/Hip Hop category. This moment stands out as one of the most memorable moments from the ceremony and was met with thunderous applause from the audience. As the 2019 AMA awards show continued, other highlights included Taylor Swift receiving the Artist of the Decade award and Post Malone taking home four music awards.
For almost 50 years, the American Music Awards have honored the biggest names in music and the 2019 show was no exception. From Ariana Grande to Billie Eilish, the night was full of powerful performances and record-breaking wins that made this show one of the best music awards ceremonies yet.
5) Christina Aguilera and Pink’s Tribute to Whitney Houston
The American Music Awards (AMA) are one of the most prestigious music awards in the United States, recognizing the achievements of some of the biggest names in the industry. At the 2011 AMAs, Christina Aguilera and Pink gave a stirring tribute to the late Whitney Houston with a medley of her hits. It was a powerful performance that moved audiences and helped pay homage to one of the most iconic figures in music history.
The duo’s show-stopping performance marked one of the best AMA Award moments, demonstrating the power of music to bring people together. As one of the most prestigious music awards, the AMAs continue to be one of the top annual events for music fans everywhere.
6) U2’s Powerful Message
The American Music Awards (AMA) is one of the most prestigious music awards shows in the United States, honoring top music talent from all genres. Since its debut in 1973, the show has brought us some truly memorable moments, and this year was no exception.
One of the highlights of the night was U2’s powerful acceptance speech for their lifetime achievement award. Lead singer Bono reminded viewers that Music can change the world because it can change people, and encouraged everyone to keep using music to make a difference.
U2’s message was a perfect representation of why we honor musicians at music awards like the AMAs, celebrating their incredible achievements and the impact that they’ve had on our culture and society. We look forward to seeing more incredible moments from this award show next year!
7) Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s Sweet Moment
One of the best moments of this year’s American Music Awards was when Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman took the stage together. After winning Favorite Male Artist-Country, Urban invited his wife of 15 years up to the podium. The two shared a sweet hug and a kiss before Urban thanked Kidman for her support.
The audience cheered as they watched one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples share an intimate moment. Fans loved that Urban and Kidman weren’t afraid to show their love in front of such a large audience.
This was definitely one of the most memorable moments of the AMAs and a reminder of why music awards are such an important part of our culture. They provide a space for artists to be recognized for their work, but also a place for people to connect on a personal level.
8) Pink’s Emotional Speech
The American Music Awards (AMA) are one of the biggest music awards shows in the US, honoring the achievements of many of the country’s top artists. Every year, fans look forward to the show for its amazing performances and special moments that make it an unforgettable event. In 2019, one of the most memorable moments came from singer Pink, who gave a powerful and emotional speech while accepting her award for Favorite Female Artist – Pop/Rock.
In her speech, Pink addressed her 15-year-old daughter Willow, telling her to never be ashamed of who she is and to always have faith in herself and the power of music. It was a powerful moment that made everyone in attendance stop and reflect on how far music awards shows have come and how much further they still have to go.
