The Billboard Music Awards, one of the biggest nights in the music industry, was held on May 23rd. The event featured an array of performances from some of the most popular artists such as BTS, Pink and The Weeknd.
However, what makes this year’s event unique is that it marked a return to live events after last year’s show was pre-recorded due to COVID-19 restrictions. The event took place with a reduced capacity audience at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles and all attendees were required to wear masks.
The night saw many winners in various categories including Top Artist (The Weeknd), Top New Artist (Pop Smoke), and Top Female Artist (Taylor Swift). However, it was perhaps Drake who stole the show by winning the prestigious “Artist of the Decade” award.
Beyond just recognizing top performers and their achievements over the past year or decade, awards shows like these also serve as an opportunity for musicians to make statements through their fashion choices and speeches. This year’s event was no exception as celebrities used their platform to address social issues such as mental health awareness and systemic racism.
Overall, despite being scaled down compared to previous years due to pandemic-related restrictions, this year’s Billboard Music Awards still provided plenty of entertainment value for music fans across the world.