By: Rizoh
If you saw last night’s Grammys, you probably noticed that Mary J Blige gave a very long acceptance speech the first time she took the stage to receive a trophy. Apparently, MJB didn’t expect to win again that night, hence the endless list of shout-outs. Well, it turns out Blige would dominate the R&B categories. She won for “Best R&B Album” and “Best R&B Song.”
On the hip-hop end, Atlanta’s T.I. and Ludacris picked up two trophies each. Ludacris walked home with the biggest rap recognition for “Best Rap Album,” presented by Common and past winner Kanye West.
Here’s a list of this year’s Grammy hip-hop/R&B winners:
Best R&B Song: “Be Without You,” Mary J Blige
Best R&B Album: The Breakthrough, Mary J Blige
Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: "God Bless The Child,"
George Benson & Al Jarreau feat. Jill Scott
Best R&B Performance By a Duo/Group: "Family Affair,"
(Sly & The Family Stone), John Legend, Joss Stone with Van Hunt
Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: "Heaven,"
John Legend
Best Female R&B Vocal Performance: "Be Without You,"
Mary J. Blige
Best Contemporary R&B Album: B’Day,
Beyonce
Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: "My Love,"
Justin Timberlake feat. T.I.
Best Rap Album: Release Therapy, Ludacris
Best Rap Song: “Money Maker,” Ludacris
Best Rap Solo Performance: “What You Know,” T.I.
Best Rap Performance By A Duo Or Group: "Ridin’," Chamillionaire ft Krayzie Bone