American Music Award for Best Female R&B Artist
Music award category
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The American Music Award for Best Female R&B Artist (formerly known as Favorite Female Artist – Soul/R&B 1974-2025) has been awarded since 1974. Years reflect the year during which the awards were presented, for works released in the previous year (until 2003 onward, when awards were handed out on November of the same year). Beyoncé and Rihanna are tied for the most wins in this category, with 7 wins. Beyoncé is the most nominated artist, with 11 nominations.
| American Music Awards for Best Female R&B Artist | |
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SZA is the most recent recipient | |
| Country | United States |
| Presented by | American Music Awards |
| First award | 1974 |
| Currently held by | SZA |
| Most wins | Beyoncé, Rihanna (7) |
| Most nominations | Beyoncé (12) |
| Website | theamas.com |
Winners and nominees
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Category facts
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