![]() ![]() ![]() It was a family affair for Saweetie and Bridgers who both had their mothers separately present the awards to them. Gabby Barrett and executive Golnar Khosrowshahi were also honored during the live stream show, which was hosted by Ciara. H.E.R, Doja Cat, Saweetie, Phoebe Bridgers, Karol G and Summer Walker were some of the other music artists who were recognized at the event, which celebrated the achievements of top female performers and executives in the music industry. “I pray for all the people who are working hard for peace, including the man who started the war. “I know the Russian people are not in agreement – so many of them – with what’s being done,” she said. She continued to say her “heart is heavy” for the people of Ukraine and said she’s even praying for Russian President Vladimir Putin. She performed the John Prine-written “Angel From Montgomery” with Jackson Browne then said the song was dedication to the “women of Ukraine.”Īfter she accepted her award, the 10-time Grammy winner and activist said she wanted more equity and opportunity women. “Songwriting has always been everything to me, so for people to connect with my music is beyond a dream come true.” Bonnie Raitt, who was honored with the Icon Award, used the Women in Music stage to address the crisis in Ukraine. “What I love most about songwriting is its ability to perfectly capture how I feel better than anything I could have said in a conversation,” she said. She’s the first female artist to achieve the feat. Rodrigo’s exploration of heartache, jealousy and insecurity on her first studio album “SOUR” broke streaming records and led to all 11 tracks landing in the top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Rodrigo became 2021’s biggest breakout star with her confessional debut album, breaking chart records and racking up awards and nominations. “I’m constantly moved by your vulnerability and your creativity and bravery, and I promise everyone here today is working to make this world and this industry a better place for you,” she continued. “Every woman here today is working to break down those barriers and change the narrative and support each other,” said Rodrigo, who opened the show by performing “deja vu.” During her acceptance speech, she talked about being “constantly moved” by young girls who write songs every day from their bedroom floors. She spoke about being lucky for her career and thanked Sheryl Crow, who presented her with the honor. The former teen actor turned pop star was awarded during the event Wednesday night at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California. Olivia Rodrigo praised prior female songwriters and music artists for giving her strength while accepting Billboard’s 2022 Woman of the Year award.
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