Taylor Swift is known as one of the most impactful singers, writers and business women of all time and she will continue to make headlines and chart in different platforms this year and in future times. With awards season coming there is much to be said about all she has achieved with each coming year.
2025 iHeart Radio Music Awards
Taylor Swift is among a large list of nominations for the iHeart Radio Music Awards this year. This recognition includes a new award created just for her named “ Tour of the Century ” in honor of her record setting Eras Tour. Her success continues to create opportunities for fans to experience many different elements within the industry.
Multiple Nominations
Swift also had many nominations in other award categories such as artist of the year song of the year and more. She is followed by Sabrina Carpenter, Post Malone, and Kendrick Lamar showing her to be still among the top performers of all types of music. Many familiar faces have reached a large milestone this season.
"Tour of the Century" Award
The “Eras Tour” will be awarded a “Tour of the Century” for reaching major success on her multi city stadium tour which set records. This recognition from a large award show helps show she will be a powerhouse figure for a long time in music industry history.
Impact on Fans and Industry
The "Era's tour" saw over two billion in revenue throughout its timeline proving that she is not only impacting music but the economy. During the time period many cities saw major traffic, restaurants filled and sold out merch which had people of all demographics impacted. This type of major power from an individual was not as prevalent for prior touring artists.
Awards Ceremony Details
The awards will broadcast live on FOX Monday, March 17, 2025, originating from the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles California. Viewers can tune in both on TV or streaming via the iHeartRadio app as well.
A Tribute to Los Angeles
In addition to the regular awards they are also using their platform to bring attention and fund raise for areas recently affected by wildfires. This approach will shine a light to the struggles in Los Angeles while also showcasing how entertainment can assist communities when they are going through tough times.
Fan Voting and Engagement
This years award will include several new and familiar socially voted categories. They include favorites like best lyrics, and music videos, but new additions such as a favorite broadway debut. This makes the audience involved and give their support in real time through a social media method.
Categories for Social Voting
The new categories include socially voted “favorites”. Ranging from soundtracks and K-Pop dance challenge, allowing the fans to be actively involved while making an impact. These new categories allow all fans from all groups the ability to make their voices heard to bring to the attention of media professionals.
Other Noteworthy Artists at the Awards
Lady Gaga is set to be honored with the 2025 innovator award recognizing the amount of creative risks she has shown to have both in music and in cultural influence. While Mariah Carey will be presented the 2025 iHeartRadio icon award for her history shattering music career and overall impact in many sectors of the music world.
A Mix of Modern and Classic Performers
With both icons of older genres mixing with more current artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Morgan Wallen it highlights a unique show for all types of viewers to enjoy. This also creates a more relevant landscape with artists that are all achieving many things and makes this night a staple for people that enjoy variety within art forms.
Full List of Taylor's Nominations
- Artist of the Year
- Pop Artist of the Year
- Song of the Year ("Fortnight" with Post Malone)
- Best Collaboration (“Fortnight” with Post Malone)
- Best Lyrics (“Fortnight” with Post Malone)
- Favorite Tour Style (The Eras Tour)
- Favorite Tour Tradition (The Eras Tour Surprise Songs)
- Favorite On Screen (“Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)”)
- Favorite Surprise Guest (“Taylor Swift bringing out Travis Kelce”)
- Tour Of The Century Award (“The Eras Tour”)
Key Takeaways
- Taylor Swift is recognized at the 2025 iHeartRadio Awards, leading with many nominations including the "Tour of the Century" Award.
- This year's event will also see Lady Gaga being presented the “innovator award”, while Mariah Carey will accept the "icon award".
- Many awards will be voted for by the public such as Best Lyrics and favorite tour style showing high levels of audience engagement .
- The iHeartRadio Music Awards will broadcast on Fox on March 17 with other platform accessibility through the IHeartRadio App.
- The show highlights a lot of unique music figures and provides a time to celebrate all music with new and relevant platforms with unique ways to bring in many fanbases.