Macklemore, Ryan Lewis Top American Music Awards Nominations [FULL NOMINEES LIST]

The American Music Awards is the latest example of why we can't have nice things. Leading the pack in nominations on the online-ballot-decided, populist awards show is none other than walking gimmick/scratchy voiced so-so rapper Macklemore (and his producer/partner-in-crime Ryan Lewis, who I can't knock because the beats and hooks are solid).

The duo got six nominations: Artist of The Year, Favorite Band/Duo/Group- Pop/Rock, Favorite Artist - Hip-Hop/Rap, Single of The Year ("Thrift Shop"), Favorite New Artist and Favorite Album - Rap/Hip-Hop. 

Meanwhile, Kendrick, 2 Chainz, Migos, Flatbush Zombies etc got shut out in Hip-Hop's favorite artist category (though K-Dot did get a nod for his good kid, m.A.A.d. city album). 

Before I get people rushing to the comments to defend Macklemore tell me about "Same Love", let me say this. That song is great...until Macklemore comes in and continues to be not at all good at rapping in any way,shape or form. The Mary Lambert hook is astounding and deserves recognition and the song addresses a very important topic. Now imagine how much better it would be in the hands of a more capable lyricist.

Every single category has Macklemore facing off with someone who deserves the title more, though he will likely sweep due to the continued success of his novelty single.

A rundown: New Artist should go to the incredible Ariana Grande, Single of the year should go to "Blurred Lines" (though I don't really care so long as long as "Cruise" which is literally the worst pop single I have ever heard doesn't take it). Band should go to 1D. Favorite Rap Artist is a turd sandwich of a category, but I'd give it to Jay on legacy. Album goes to K-Dot. 

Or you could just go ahead and give every single award to Prince Royce, the Latin avatar of my soft, pink center.

Full list of nominees for the AMA below:

New Artist of the Year 

Florida Georgia Line 
Ariana Grande 
Imagine Dragons 
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis 
Phillip Phillips 

Single of the Year 
Florida Georgia Line feat. Nelly, "Cruise"
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Wanz, "Thrift Shop"
Robin Thicke feat. Pharrell and T.I., "Blurred Lines"  

Favorite Male Artist - Pop/Rock 
Bruno Mars
Robin Thicke 
Justin Timberlake

Favorite Female Artist - Pop/Rock 
Pink 
Rihanna 
Taylor Swift 

Favorite Band, Duo, or Group - Pop/Rock 
Imagine Dragons 
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis 
One Direction 

Favorite Album - Pop/Rock 
One Direction, Take Me Home 
Taylor Swift, Red 
Justin Timberlake, The 20/20 Experience 

Favorite Male Artist - Country 
Luke Bryan 
Hunter Hayes 
Blake Shelton 

Favorite Female Artist - Country 
Miranda Lambert 
Taylor Swift 
Carrie Underwood 

Favorite Band, Duo, or Group - Country 
The Band Perry 
Florida Georgia Line 
Lady Antebellum 

Favorite Album - Country 
Luke Bryan, Crash My Party 
Florida Georgia Line, Here's to the Good Times 
Taylor Swift, Red

Favorite Artist - Rap/Hip-Hop 
Jay Z 
Lil Wayne 
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis 

Favorite Album - Rap/Hip-Hop 
Jay Z, Magna Carta Holy Grail 
Kendrick Lamar, good kid, m.A.A.d city 
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, The Heist 

Favorite Male Artist - Soul/R&B 
Miguel
Robin Thicke
Justin Timberlake

Favorite Female Artist - Soul/R&B 
Ciara
Alicia Keys
Rihanna

Favorite Album - Soul/R&B 
Rihanna, Unapologetic
Robin Thicke, Blurred Lines
Justin Timberlake, The 20/20 Experience

Favorite Artist - Alternative Rock 
Imagine Dragons 
The Lumineers 
Mumford & Sons 

Favorite Artist - Adult Contemporary 
Maroon 5 
Bruno Mars 
Pink 

Favorite Artist - Latin 
Marc Anthony 
Prince Royce 
Romeo Santos 

Favorite Artist - Contemporary Inspirational 
tobyMac 
Chris Tomlin 
Matthew West 

Favorite Artist - Electronic Dance Music (EDM) 
Avicii 
Daft Punk 
Calvin Harris 
Zedd 

Top Soundtrack 
The Great Gatsby: Music From Baz Luhrmann's Film 
Les Miserables 
Pitch Perfect

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