The nominations are in for the 2012 Soul Train Awards, and this year’s nods put it over the top for music vet R. Kelly. He’s nominated for two this year (the Ashford & Simpson songwriter’s award and Album of the Year), which totals 21 Soul Train nominations for Kelly, making him the most nominated act ever for the show.
Usher leads this year’s noms with a total of five, and New Edition will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Cedric the Entertainer will host.
The Soul Train Awards ceremony will be held at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas and taped on Nov. 8. The show will air Nov. 25 simultaneously both BET and Centric.
And the nominees are…
Best New Artist
Elle Varner
Emeli Sande
J. Cole
Luke James
Robert Glasper
Centric Award
Daley
Esperanza Spalding
Gary Clark Jr.
Leah Labelle
Santigold
Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year
2 Chainz feat. Drake, “No Lie”
Wale feat. Miguel, “Lotus Flower Bomb”
Nas, “Daughters”
Kanye West feat. Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz, “Mercy”
Young Jeezy feat. Ne-Yo, “Leave You Alone”
Best R&B/Soul Female Artist
Beyoncé
Estelle
Keyshia Cole
Mary J. Blige
Melanie Fiona
Best R&B/Soul Male Artist
Miguel
Robin Thicke
Trey Songz
Tyrese
Usher
Album of the Year
Eric Benet, The One
Frank Ocean, Channel Orange
Nas, Life Is Good
R. Kelly, Write Me Back
Usher, Looking For Myself
Song of the Year
Estelle, “Thank You”
John Legend feat. Ludacris, “Tonight (Best You Ever Had)”
Trey Songz, “Heart Attack”
Tyrese, “Stay”
Usher, “Climax”
Wale feat. Miguel, “Lotus Flower Bomb”
It’s the most exciting time of year for music enthusiasts: when the Soul Train Award Nominations are announced! This year, R&B singer and songwriter R. Kelly has made history by receiving more nominations than any other artist in the awards show’s 28-year history. With 10 total award nods this season, Kelly is sure to make a splash at the ceremony. It promises to be an unforgettable night celebrating some of today’s best musicians – but who will take home one of these coveted trophies?
The Soul Train Awards began in 1987 as a way to honor artists and entertainers that contributed significantly to African American culture through their work. Since then, it has become one of the music industry’s premier events, bringing together diverse musical talent from across many genres. This year marks another milestone for the awards show with its first ever televised broadcast on BET networks later this month. For viewers tuning in from around the world, it’ll be an opportunity to witness all of the glitz and glamour firsthand – something no fan can pass up!
From rap to soul, gospel and hip hop – there really is something for everyone among this year’s nominees. For those unfamiliar with some of them (like newcomers Anderson .Paak or Bryson Tiller), now is your chance to get acquainted with the top contenders vying for a trophy on November 27th. Whether you’re rooting for old favorites like Maxwell or Beyonce or excited about fresh new stars emerging onto the scene, tune into this highly anticipated event – you won’t want to miss out!
Overview Of 2021 Soul Train Award Nominations
The 2021 Soul Train Awards nominations have been announced, and R. Kelly has made history by receiving the most ever nominations for a single artist in one year. The legendary artist earned an impressive 11 nods across several categories including Best Male R&B/Soul Artist, Song of the Year, Album/Mixtape of the Year, and Video of the Year.
This year’s nominees also include some of today’s hottest artists such as Drake, Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, H.E.R., Chris Brown, and more who are competing for awards like Best Female R&B/Soul Artist and Best Collaboration Performance. Additionally, there will be special tributes to late legends such as Prince and Teena Marie during this year’s ceremony which is set to take place on November 28th.
With over 40 award categories being honored at this year’s event honoring music from various genres including Hip-Hop, Reggae/Dancehall, Gospel/Inspirational Music, Latin Music & Jazz; it promises to be a star-studded night filled with amazing performances. As fans await the winners announcement in December they can look forward to celebrating all that these talented musicians bring to culture through their artistry each day!
Breakdown Of R. Kelly’s Record-Setting Nominations
R. Kelly’s impressive 11 nominations at this year’s Soul Train Awards is a groundbreaking achievement for the artist and sets him apart as one of the most recognized acts in music. Let’s take a closer look into his record-breaking nomination haul:
In terms of singles, he earned nods for Best Male R&B/Soul Artist and Song of The Year for “Sign Of A Victory” featuring Soweto Gospel Choir; Video Of The Year for “Backyard Party”; and Record Of The Year for “Share My Love.” He also received Album / Mixtape Of The Year nominations for both Black Panties Deluxe Edition and White Panties Deluxe Edition. Furthermore, he was nominated in categories such as EP/Mixtape Of The Year, Digital Download Of The Year, DJ Remix Single Or LP Track For Radio or Club Play, Hip-Hop Collaboration Performance & Music Video Collabotarion.
To top it off, R. Kelly scored an additional two nominations – one being Best Dance Performance with Juicy J in “Marching Band” and another nod for Best Group Performance alongside Snoop Dogg and Charlie Wilson on “My Story”. This makes him the only artist to be honored across so many genres in a single night! With all these awards up his sleeve we can’t wait to see if R. Kelly will make history by winning them all come November 28th!
Conclusion
In conclusion, the 2021 Soul Train Awards nominations were recently announced and R. Kelly was able to make history for receiving the most nominations of any artist ever. He achieved this feat by being nominated in twelve different categories ranging from best collaboration to album of the year.
R. Kelly has been a major force in music for decades now and it’s great to see him receive such recognition. His achievements are inspiring and remind us all that hard work always pays off in the end. It also serves as a reminder of how far we have come since he first rose to prominence with his hit single “Bump n’ Grind” back in 1992.
Overall, these Soul Train Award nominees offer something special for fans across many genres and demographics of music. We look forward to seeing who will take home awards on show night which is sure to be an exciting event! Congratulations to all those nominated and thank you R. Kelly for continuing your incredible legacy in music!
