American Music Awards crown South Korean band BTS artist of the year

2021 was a big year for music.

Bye bye, “American Pie”.

Bad Bunny made his way over to Los Angeles for another performance at the 2021 American Music Awards.The reggaetonero got together with his frequent collaborator and powerhouse producer Tainy and Julieta Venegas to perform their new song, “Lo Siento BB:/” together for the first time. We’re used to the Puerto Rican singer pushing boundaries for his performances, singing his heart out in the middle of flames and fireworks for his Latin Grammys display earlier last week.

The American Music Awards, for music, that has been popular, in America, took place last night. And boy was there some music that has been popular in America on show.

The American Music Awards hosted its annual celebration live from Los Angeles on Sunday night and winners include Cardi B, BTS, Taylor Swift, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, and Bad Bunny, among others.

American Music Awards were a true celebration of art and spectacle! The star-studded extravaganza featured some of the biggest names in music being honored for their achievements and delivering some jaw-dropping live performances. With Cardi B hosting the lavish affair, fans got a chance to see how a true moment-maker like the «WAP» songstress brings a spark of spontaneity and excitement to the role of emcee.Amid the fun, jaw-dropping musical performances, viewers were also treated to a slew of

Not so sour! Olivia Rodrigo took home the trophy for New Artist of the Year at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday, November 21, earning her the record for most wins in one year by a first-time nominee.

BTS took home three awards at the American Music Awards 2021 tonight, including the top prize of Artist Of The Year.The record-breaking Korean group also collected the awards for Favourite Pop Duo Or Group and Favourite Pop Song for ‘Butter’ at the ceremony in Los Angeles.BTS were nominated alongside Ariana Grande, Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift and The Weeknd for Artist Of The Year.

Red carpet date night! Ahead of the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday, November 21, celebrity couples stepped out in style on the red carpet.

Mickey Guyton performed at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday just days after her son, Grayson, suffered a scary health issue.The 37-year-old country singer sang «All American,» the newest single off her debut album,.

Cardi B kept things real as she kicked off the 2021 American Music Awards Sunday night, getting the crowd whirled up. The «WAP» rapper made her hosting debut, live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, where she brought down the house with dramatic ensembles and her signature humor.She stepped out in an elegant black gown with a dramatic feathered headdress and silver diamond jewelry — one of the many looks that she would have throughout the night.

A sweet duet! Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean brought down the house with their song “If I Didn’t Love You” at the 2021 American Music Awards.

Olivia Rodrigo had the audience in their feelings with her stripped-down performance of «Traitor,» at the 2021 American Music Awards Sunday night. With a guitar in-hand, Rodrigo made her debut on the AMAs stage, delivering an acoustic version of the heartbreak ballad, letting the song's gripping lyrics do the talking.The scene was set much like the song's music video.

Father-daughter date night! Machine Gun Kelly brought his daughter, Casie, to the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday, November 21.

Hot girl bummer. Megan Thee Stallion will no longer perform at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday, November 21.

Ellise Shafer administratorThe American Music Awards air live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles tonight at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.Hosted by Cardi B, the star-studded awards show will feature performances from BTS with Coldplay, Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler the Creator, Måneskin, Walker Hayes, Mickey Guyton, Bad Bunny, Tainy with Julieta Venegas, Carrie Underwood with Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, New Edition and New Kids on the Block.

Mickey Guyton shows off her sparkly dress on the red carpet at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday (November 21) at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

TikTok.Going into the ceremony, Olivia Rodrigo led the nominations with a total of seven nods, while The Weeknd followed closely behind with five.Before the main event kicked off, 21 of the AMAs’ 32 winners were revealed on TikTok, with early winners including Taylor Swift, Kanye West, Silk Sonic, The Weeknd and more.Swift took home the prize for Favourite Female Pop Artist, while The Weeknd won Favourite Male R&B Artist.

American Music Awards united some of the industry's biggest musical acts at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, to celebrate the best in music. This year, Olivia Rodrigo made her AMAs debut earning seven nominations, including Artist of the Year and New Artist of The Year.