urban contemporary
Americannoun
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“Truth Hurts,” her breakthrough track, won best pop solo performance, while “Jerome” won traditional R&B performance and the deluxe version of her album “Cuz I Love You” took urban contemporary album.
From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2020
Lizzo also scored wins for urban contemporary album and traditional R&B performance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2020
Lamar will have some company at Sunday’s award show, as SZA is up for an impressive five Grammys, including best new artist and best urban contemporary album for her sophomore smash “Ctrl.”
From Seattle Times • Jan. 22, 2018
Accepting the award for best urban contemporary album, the expectant mother of twins spoke about the intent and impact of “Lemonade.”
From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2017
Speaking of R&B;, Solange’s epic “A Seat at the Table” was surprisingly snubbed in the best urban contemporary album category, as was Chris Brown’s “Royalty,” which didn’t earn the singer a single nod.
From Washington Times • Dec. 6, 2016
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