Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

1.Beyoncé

Yoncé quietly released a top-secret album and still topped the charts. In true diva style, the singer channeled the King of Pop with her visual self-titled album, making fans and critics alike completely drunk in love with her.

2.Janelle Monáe

The innovative performer, who exudes James Brown, Prince and Michael Jackson, proved she is the Electric Lady. Her single “Q.U.E.E.N.” showcased her expansive skills in ways no one can rival.

3.Jhene Aiko

With a whispery falsetto that brings a different sound to R&B and pop, the singer amassed fans with her honest lyrics and the single “The Worst,” setting her aside from others in both genres.

4.K.Michelle

Whether she has a pen, piano keys, or a guitar pick at her fingertips, K. Michelle helped belt new life into R&B with her Rebellious Soul. Plus, no one else breaks down why we “Can’t Raise a Man” like she does.

5.Rihanna

As the fastest solo artist to gain 13 number ones, the pop star does more than shine bright like a diamond; Rihanna dominates the charts like nobody’s business. With an eighth album in the works, music lovers can count on massive continued growth.

6.Tamar Braxton

Sultry and strong, the Braxton musical bloodline runs deep in this sister. With her most recent album, Love and War, Tamar has proven she’s a singer first and foremost before being a reality TV star.

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist:

1.August Alsina

New to the arena of R&B, August Alsina’s deeply honest storytelling, conveyed in the single “I Luv This,” puts him in great company. He stands alone, however, in his style of singing.

2.Chris Brown

Personal problems aside, the dark knight and promising prince of pop left the electronics behind for a more mature sound with singles like “Fine China” and “Don’t Think They Know.”

3.John Legend

A legend because he keeps the love of soul music alive and thriving, the singer’s fourth studio album Love in the Future produced another classic with “All of Me.” John knew just how to keep everyone crazy over him with that single.

4.Justin Timberlake

J.T. effortlessly released two back-to-back hit albums, The 20-20 Experience: Parts 1 and 2, like the professional music-maker he is. The infectious single “Take Back the Night” proved he has no plans to ever give it up.

5.Pharrell Williams

From “Get Lucky” to “Blurred Lines” to “Happy” the super-producer in the signature hat was everywhere and with everyone, including Oprah. No one made it clearer why hard work, not luck, has everything to do with securing happiness and global domination.

Best Male Hip Hop Artist:

1.Drake

Back again for another nomination, Toronto’s own showed once again he could create another critically acclaimed album with Nothing Was the Same and hold his own with anyone, including the Queen Bee Beyoncé.

2.Future

With a new baby, a new mixtape called F.B.G.: The Movie, and the new album Honest, which features appearances by the likes of Kanye West, Drake and Andre 3000, its safe to say this hip hop star’s future is looking quite bright.

3. J.Cole

The Jay Z protégé continues to wow critics and fans with his thought-provoking lyrics and exceptional skills. Born Sinner showed he can compete with the best and have it be a close race.

4.JAY Z

In addition to rocking out his twelfth studio effort Magna Carta... Holy Grail, Mr. Carter was jumping on stage with everyone from his wife Beyoncé to Justin Timberlake to Nas. Proof positive he has one of the longest running careers because he hustles the hardest.

5.Kendrick Lamar

Last year’s winner in this category didn’t stop climbing new heights following the success of good kid, m.A.A.d city. And he’s just beginning.

Best Female Hip Hop Artist:

1.Nicki Minaj

Partly responsible for reigniting the presence of femcees in the game, Nicki Minaj's continued her winning streak in 2014 with hot features and, ahead of the release of her third album, The Pink Print, she returned to the rawness that put her on the map.

2.Iggy Azalea

From the shores of Austrailia to the forefront of hip hop, Iggy Azalea is claiming her stake as an MC. This year, she delighted us with her smash record, "Fancy," and her debut album, The New Classic.

3.Eve

The award-winning, fashion-foward and lyrically savvy force that is Eve positioned herself as frontrunner in this category with the release of her long-awaited fourth studio album, Lip Lock.

4.Angel Haze

At only 22 years old, Angel Haze boasts an impressive reportoire of talents, including singing and rapping. Her debut album, Dirty Gold, best showcases the hybrid delivery that has popularized her as a leading female MC.

5.Charli Baltimore

For over a decade, Charli Baltimore has been on the mic delivering impressive flows that have seen her nabbing Grammy nominations and respect in the all-boys club that is hip hop.

Video of the Year:

1.Beyoncé f/ Jay Z – 'Drunk in Love'

This black-and-white, Hype Williams-directed video served as a fan favorite from the Beyoncé visual album, showcasing the power couple proclaiming their love for one another.

2.Pharrell – 'Happy'

The energy-infused visual for "Happy" scores high on many creative touchpoints. In it's simplicity, it beautifully captures everyday people, the charm of Pharrell and light-hearted moments that visually deliver the emotion of the song.

3. Chris Brown – 'Fine China'

This choreography-driven visual is a testament to Brown's growth. As co-director, he also stars in the video which sees him and his dancers shake things up in the most grabbing way.

4. Drake – 'Worst Behavior'

The visual accompaniment for Drake's "Worst Behavior" stormed our screens and we loved it. Shot against the landscapes of Memphis and Atlanta, the video sees Drizzy flexing and appropriately on his worst behavior.

5. Beyoncé – 'Partition'

Beyoncé may have celebrated her womanhood in "Grown Woman," but it was the racy and burlesque-inspired visual for "Partition" where she really got her grown woman on; urging the driver to "roll up the partion, please."