Presenting the 2023 MTV EMA Nominations

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MTV has just unveiled the nominees for the highly anticipated 2023 MTV EMAs, and it’s a star-studded affair. Leading the charge is none other than Taylor Swift, who has secured an impressive seven nominations, making her a formidable force in categories such as “Best Artist,” “Best Song,” and “Best Video.” Not to be outdone, Olivia Rodrigo and SZA are hot on her heels, each snagging six nominations in the same categories.

The spotlight also shines on Doja Cat, Måneskin, Miley Cyrus, and Nicki Minaj, all of whom have garnered four nominations, including recognition in the coveted “Best Song” and “Best Artist” categories.

A remarkable aspect of this year’s nominations is the presence of twenty-six first-time nominees. Among them, BTS’s Jung Kook stands out with three nominations, marking his inaugural MTV EMA nominations as a solo artist. Central Cee, FLO, Ice Spice, and PinkPantheress have all earned three nods each. Additionally, Asake, Coi Leray, Metro Boomin, The Weeknd, NewJeans, Peso Pluma, and Reneé Rapp have each received two nominations. Notably, The Weeknd, a previous MTV EMA “Best Video” winner, is back in the mix with two nominations.

Above: Best Asia Act nominees clockwise from top left: BE:FIRST (Japan); BRIGHT (Thailand); Moira (Philippines); Tiara Andini (Indonesia); TREASURE (South Korea).

The 2023 MTV EMAs have introduced a new category, the “Best Afrobeats” award, showcasing the talents of artists such as Asake, Aya Nakamura, Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema.

The official venue for this year’s MTV EMAs is Paris Nord Villepinte, managed by Viparis. After nearly three decades, the event is making a triumphant return to Paris, promising fans an enchanting and immersive MTV EMA experience.

Viewers from around the world can catch the 2023 MTV EMAs on MTV in over 150 countries. For those in Southeast Asia, following @MTVAsia and @MTVEMA on social media will keep you updated with the latest show developments. The event will also be available live on Pluto TV and on-demand on Paramount+ in multiple international territories.

Starting today, fans can cast their votes for their favorites in various categories, including “Best Song,” “Best Artist,” “Best Collaboration,” and the brand-new “Best Afrobeats” category. Voting can be done at www.mtvema.com until October 31 at 11:59pm CET. Meanwhile, winners in the “Biggest Fans” and “Best Group” categories will be determined at a later date through @MTVEMA on social media. As for the coveted “Best Video” category, the victor will be handpicked by MTV.

To make things even more exciting, fans across 24 regions worldwide can participate in voting for their preferred artists in the “Best Local Act” category, making it a truly global celebration of music talent.

Above: Artists leading the nominations at the 2023 MTV EMAs. 

COMPLETE LIST OF 2023 MTV EMA NOMINEES:

BEST SONG
Doja Cat – Paint The Town Red
Jung Kook feat. Latto – Seven
Miley Cyrus – Flowers
Olivia Rodrigo – vampire
SZA – Kill Bill
Taylor Swift – Anti-Hero
Rema, Selena Gomez – Calm Down

BEST VIDEO
Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion – Bongos
Doja Cat – Paint The Town Red
Little Simz – Gorilla
Miley Cyrus – Flowers
Olivia Rodrigo – vampire
SZA – Kill Bill
Taylor Swift – Anti-Hero

BEST ARTIST
Doja Cat
Miley Cyrus
Nicki Minaj
Olivia Rodrigo
SZA
Taylor Swift

BEST COLLABORATION
Central Cee x Dave – Sprinter
David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray – Baby Don’t Hurt Me
KAROL G, Shakira – TQG
Metro Boomin, The Weeknd, 21 Savage – Creepin’
PinkPantheress, Ice Spice – Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2
Rema, Selena Gomez – Calm Down

BEST NEW
Coi Leray
FLO
Ice Spice 
Peso Pluma
PinkPantheress
Reneé Rapp

BEST POP
Billie Eilish 
Dua Lipa
Ed Sheeran
Miley Cyrus
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift

BEST AFROBEATS
Asake
Aya Nakamura
Ayra Starr
Burna Boy
Davido 
Rema

BEST ROCK
Arctic Monkeys
Foo Fighters
Måneskin
Metallica
Red Hot Chili Peppers
The Killers

BEST LATIN 
Anitta
Bad Bunny
KAROL G
Peso Pluma
ROSALÍA 
Shakira

BEST K-POP
FIFTY FIFTY
Jung Kook
NewJeans
SEVENTEEN
Stray Kids
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

BEST ALTERNATIVE
Blur
Fall Out Boy
Lana Del Rey
Paramore
Thirty Seconds To Mars
YUNGBLUD

BEST ELECTRONIC
Alesso 
Calvin Harris
David Guetta 
Swedish House Mafia 
Peggy Gou
Tiësto

BEST HIP HOP
Cardi B
Central Cee
Lil Wayne
Lil Uzi Vert
Metro Boomin
Nicki Minaj
Travis Scott

BEST R&B
Chlöe
Chris Brown
Steve Lacy
Summer Walker
SZA 
Usher

BEST LIVE
Beyoncé
Burna Boy
Ed Sheeran
Måneskin
SZA
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

BEST PUSH
November 2022: Flo Milli 
December 2022: Reneé Rapp 
January 2023: Sam Ryder 
February 2023: Armani White
March 2023: FLETCHER
April 2023: TOMORROW X TOGETHER
May 2023: Ice Spice
June 2023: FLO
July 2023: Lauren Spencer Smith 
August 2023: Kaliii
September 2023: GloRilla
October 2023: Benson Boone

BIGGEST FANS
Anitta
Billie Eilish 
BLACKPINK
Jung Kook
Nicki Minaj 
Olivia Rodrigo 
Sabrina Carpenter
Selena Gomez 
Taylor Swift

BEST GROUP
aespa
FLO
Jonas Brothers
Måneskin
NewJeans
OneRepublic
SEVENTEEN
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

COMPLETE LIST OF 2023 MTV EMA BEST LOCAL ACT NOMINEES:
BEST AFRICAN ACT
Asake
Burna Boy
Libianca
Tyler ICU
Diamond Platnumz

BEST ASIA ACT
BE:FIRST
BRIGHT
Moira
Tiara Andini
TREASURE

BEST AUSTRALIAN ACT
Budjerah
G Flip
Kylie Minogue
The Kid LAROI
Troye Sivan

BEST BRASILIAN ACT
Anavitoria
Kevin O Chris
Luisa Sonza
Manu Gavassi
Matue

BEST CANADIAN ACT
Charlotte Cardin
Drake
Jamie Fine
Shania Twain
The Beaches

BEST CARIBBEAN ACT
Eladio Carrion
Mora
Myke Towers
Rauw Alejandro
Young Miko

BEST DUTCH ACT
FLEMMING
Idaly
Kriss Kross Amsterdam
S10
Zoë Tauran

BEST FRENCH ACT
Aime Simone
Aya Nakamura
Bigflo & Oli
Louane
Ninho
Slimane

BEST GERMAN ACT
Apache 207
AYLIVA
Kontra K
Luciano
Nina Chuba
Ski Aggu

BEST HUNGARIAN ACT
ajsa luna
Analog Balaton
Beton.Hofi
Co Lee
Hundred Sins

BEST INDIA ACT
Dee MC
DIVINE
Mali
Tsymyoki
When Chai Met Toast

BEST ITALIAN ACT
Annalisa
Elodie
Lazza
Måneskin
The Kolors

BEST ISRAELI ACT
Anna Zak
Liad Meir
Noa Kirel
Nunu
Shira Margalit

BEST LATIN AMERICAN CENTRAL ACT
Blessd
Feid
Manuel Turizo
Ryan Castro
Sebastian Yatra

BEST LATIN AMERICAN NORTH ACT
Danna Paola
Kenia Os
Kevin Kaarl
Siddhartha
Natanael Cano

BEST LATIN AMERICAN SOUTH ACT
Bizarrap
Duki
Fito Paez
Lali
Nicki Nicole

BEST NEW ZEALAND ACT
BENEE
JessB
Jolyon Petch
L.A.B.
SIX60

BEST NORDIC ACT
Alessandra
Käärijä
Loreen
Swedish House Mafia
Zara Larsson

BEST POLISH ACT
Doda
Kasia Nosowska
Mrozu
Sanah
Vito Bambino

BEST PORTUGUESE ACT
Bárbara Bandeira
Bispo
Carolina Deslandes
Marisa Liz
PIRUKA

BEST SPANISH ACT
Abraham Mateo
Álvaro de Luna
Lola Índigo
Quevedo
Samantha Hudson

BEST SWISS ACT
Danitsa
Gjon’s Tears
KT Gorique
Monet192
Stress

BEST UK & IRELAND ACT
Calvin Harris
Central Cee
PinkPantheress
Raye
Sam Smith
Tom Grennan

BEST US ACT
Doja Cat
Nicki Minaj
Olivia Rodrigo
SZA
Taylor Swift


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