Lady Gaga's 'Abracadabra' Wins Album and Song of Year

The 2025 music scene has witnessed significant activity across multiple genres and platforms, with notable recognitions and competitions shaping the landscape. Sabrina Carpenter's "Man’s Best Friend" and Elton John and Brandi Carlile's "Who Believes in Angels?" are among the contenders for Album of the Year, while Lady Gaga's "Abracadabra" and Alex Warren's "Ordinary" vie for Song of the Year honors. Billboard's Hot 100 chart continues to highlight dominant artists like Taylor Swift, whose album "The Life of a Showgirl" saw multiple tracks occupy the chart's top positions simultaneously, and Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" matched the record for 19 weeks at No. 1. On the radio front, South Africa's Ukhozi FM maintains its annual song competition with strict nomination rules requiring songs released between January and October 2025, aiming for fairness amid past controversies. Meanwhile, Smooth Country invites fans to vote for their favorite country songs of the year, showcasing the genre's ongoing popularity. This diverse mix of awards, chart achievements, and listener-driven contests reflects a vibrant and competitive music industry in 2025.