Taylor swift receives award
Country sensation Taylor Swift came up the big winner at the American Music Awards Last night presented at the Nokia Theatre ,claiming three trophies including the top honor, artist of the year.
She tied for most wins with British singer Adele, who also earned three trophies for female pop artist, best album with smash hit "21" and top adult contemporary performer.Adele, who is recovering from vocal cord surgery, was not on hand to accept her awards.
Rapper Nicki Minaj was the night's other big winner with two AMAs in the rap or hip-hop category: favorite artist and best album for her "Pink Friday."
Minaj opened the show singing her smash hit single "Super Bass" in a metallic outfit that had two large speakers on her bottom, and after winning best hip-hop album for "Pink Friday" was overcome with emotion.
Complete list of winners
Adult Contemporary Artist: Adele
Alternative rock Artiste: Foo Fighters
Contemporary Inspirational Artist: Casting Crowns
Country Female Artist: Taylor swift
Country Male Artist: Blake Shelton
Country Band, Duo or Group: Lady Antebellum
Country Album: Taylor Swift, "Speak Now"
Latin Music Artist: Jennifer Lopez
Pop/Rock Female Artist: Adele
Pop/Rock Male Artist: Bruno Mars
Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group: Maroon 5
Pop/Rock Album: Adele, "21"
Rap/Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj
Rap/Hip-Hop Album: Nicki Minaj, "Pink Friday"
Soul/R&B Female Artist: Beyonce
Soul/R&B Male Artist: Usher
Soul/R&B Album: Rihanna, "Loud."
Artist of the Year: Taylor Swift
New Artist of the Year: Hot Chelle Rae
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