The awards ceremony celebrates the 50th anniversary of the dance show “Soul Train” and was first held at the legendary Apollo in Harlem, New York.
Bffs and “Martin” veterans Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold return as co-hosts for this year’s awards.
Super R&B/Soul duo Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak, who perform alongside the Silk Sonic name, kicked off the show with the song “Fly As Me.”
Ashanti performed an ensemble of her hits as did Maxwell. They were honored with the Lady of Soul and Legend awards, respectively.
Here is the full list of “Soul Train Awards” winners.
Best New Artist
Yung Bleu
Certified Soul Award
Charlie Wilson
Best Female R&B/Soul Artist
Jazmine Sullivan
Best Male R&B/Soul Artist
Giveon
Best Gospel / Inspiration Award
Kirk Franklin
Song of the year
Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic – “Leave the door open”
Album of the year
Jazmine Sullivan – “Stories of Heaux”
Ashford and Simpson Songwriter Award
“Leaving the Open Door” – written by: Bruno Mars, Brandon Anderson, Dernst Emile II, Christopher Brody Brown (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic)
Best dance performance
Normani feat. Cardi B – “Wild Side”
Best cooperation
Wizkid feat. Tems – “Essence”
Video of the year
Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic – “Leave the door open”
