The 2011 Soul Train Awards, which was taped on November 17 at the Fox Theater in Atlanta, GA, aired last night (November 27) on BET. Soul/R&B’s biggest night included winners like Chris Brown, Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Rihanna.
Brown, who had five nominations going in, avoided going home empty handed by winning ‘Album of the Year’ for his latest release ‘F.A.M.E.’ The “Strip” star beat out Beyonce’s ‘4,’ Trey Songz’s ‘Passion, Pain & Pleasure,’ Adele’s ’21,’ Jill Scott’s ‘The Light of the Sun,’ and Jay-Z & Kanye West’s ‘Watch the Throne’ to claim the title.
Brown’s ex-girlfriend Rihanna took home ‘Best Caribbean Performance’ for her hit single “Man Down” but lost in the category of ‘Best Dance Performance’ to Beyonce Knowles.
“Motivation” landed Kelly Rowland her first solo Soul Train Award for ‘Song of the Year,’ while Marsha Ambrosius took home ‘Record of the Year’ for her touching single “Far Away.”
Other winners included Miguel (Best New Artist), Cee-Lo Green (Best Male R&B and Soul), Mary Mary (Best Gospel Performance) and Jill Scott (Best Female R&B and Soul Artist).
During the celebration, the event paid tribute to late 90’s rapper Heavy D, with performance by Naughty by Nature, Doug E. Fresh, Kurtis Blow and Goodie Mob, who ended their set with: “We got nothing but love for you, Heavy!”
Additionally, Gladys Knight and Earth, Wind & Fire were honored during the event. Natalie Cole, Robin Thicke, Eric Benet, Marsha Ambrosius, Tamar Braxton and Bootsy Collins were among those who took part in honoring the music vets.
Winners List:
⢠Best New Artist: Miguel
⢠Best Male R&B and Soul: Cee-Lo Green
⢠Best Caribbean Performance: Rihanna – “Man Down”
⢠Best Gospel Performance: Mary Mary – “Walking”
⢠Album of the Year: Chris Brown – “F.A.M.E.”
⢠Best Hip-Hop Song: Nicki Minaj – “Moment for Life”
⢠Best Female R&B and Soul Artist: Jill Scott
⢠Song of the Year: Kelly Rowland – “Motivation”
⢠Record of the Year (Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award): Marsha Ambrosius – “Far Away”
⢠Best Dance Performance: Beyonce Knowles – “Run the World (Girls)”
⢠Best Traditional Jazz Album: Cassandra Wilson
⢠Best Contemporary Jazz Album: Dave Koz
It was a night to remember! The 2011 Soul Train Awards brought together some of the biggest names in music, from Chris Brown and Beyonce to Rihanna. This star-studded event featured performances that left viewers dancing along with their favorite artists and moments that will be remembered for years to come. Read on for a recap of this unforgettable evening at the awards show honoring the best in R&B and soul music.
The night kicked off with an electrifying performance by none other than Chris Brown. He took center stage, bringing his signature energy and dance moves along with him as he performed hit songs like “Forever” and “Turn Up the Music”. He had everyone out of their seats, making it clear why he is one of today’s most popular performers.
Beyonce also gave a powerful performance, captivating viewers with her beautiful vocals as she sang her latest single “Love On Top”. She worked the crowd into a frenzy while singing hits such as “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)”; proving once again why she is known as one of today’s top stars. Rihanna closed out the show in style, performing smash singles including “We Found Love” and “Where Have You Been”. Her unique blend of pop, reggae, and hip hop had everyone up on their feet till the very end – truly ending the night on a high note!
Highlights Of The Event
The Soul Train Awards are always an exciting event, filled with amazing performances and awards presented to some of the most talented people in music. This year was no exception! From Chris Brown’s medley performance to Beyoncé receiving the Legend Award, there were plenty of moments that had us on our feet. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights from this year’s show.
One moment that stole the night was Rihanna’s appearance. She not only gave a passionate speech about her journey as an artist but also performed her new single “Love On The Brain”. Her performance left everyone wanting more and was definitely one of the stand-out moments of the night!
On top of these incredible performances, several artists were honored for their contributions to music over the years. Artists like Maxwell, Trey Songz, Fantasia Barrino and Monica all took home awards for their work throughout 2016. It was great to see so many gifted individuals being rewarded for their hard work and dedication to the craft.
Overall, it was another thrilling edition of the Soul Train Awards and we can’t wait to see what next year brings!
Winners And Performers
In addition to the incredible performances, this year’s Soul Train Awards also saw several artists take home awards for their work throughout 2016. Maxwell won Album of the Year for “blackSUMMERS’night,” Trey Songz picked up Best Male R&B/Soul Artist and Fantasia Barrino was awarded Best Female R&B/Soul Artist. Monica received the Sammy Davis Jr. Award for Entertainer of the Year while Beyoncé earned the prestigious Legend Award.
The show wasn’t just about awarding performers; it featured a plethora of amazing live performances as well! From Chris Brown’s medley performance to Usher’s energetic rendition of “No Limit,” there were plenty of highlights that had us on our feet. Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak also delivered an unforgettable collaboration that showcased why they are two of today’s most popular artists.
Overall, this year’s edition of the Soul Train Awards was filled with outstanding entertainment and top-notch talent from some of music’s biggest names. It was great seeing so many deserving individuals honored for their hard work in the industry over the past year!
Conclusion
The 2011 Soul Train Awards was a memorable event, with amazing performances from some of music’s biggest stars and awards being given to well-deserving artists. Chris Brown led the way in terms of awards received, taking home four trophies for his work throughout the year. Beyonce also made her presence felt by giving an incredible performance and winning two awards. Rihanna, Trey Songz, Wiz Khalifa and Ne-Yo were among other major performers at the show – each one delivering electrifying sets that kept everyone on their feet.
Overall it was a great night filled with entertainment and celebration of soul music. It showed just how much influence these stars have on the industry, as they continue to rise higher than ever before. I’m sure we can expect more greatness from them all in years to come!
I was so glad I had the opportunity to attend this fantastic event, as it will be remembered fondly for many years to come. From the dazzling red carpet arrivals to nonstop dancing during each live performance – there was no shortage of energy or excitement! The 2011 Soul Train Awards definitely lived up to its hype and proved once again why it is one of music’s most prestigious honors.
