Charli XCX, U2, Robbie Williams Win Ivor Novello Awards

The 2025 Ivor Novello Awards, celebrating its 70th year, honored outstanding achievements in songwriting and composition at a ceremony in London. Charli XCX was named Songwriter of the Year for her acclaimed 2024 album 'Brat,' which garnered widespread cultural impact and topped charts internationally. U2 made history as the first Irish band inducted into the Ivors Academy Fellowship, with Bono highlighting the enduring power of music to affect change and emotion. Robbie Williams was recognized as a Music Icon for his influential career, while Berwyn won Best Album for 'Who Am I,' praised for its vivid storytelling on themes of race and social issues. Rising talents Lola Young and Myles Smith received awards, and Self Esteem was honored with the Visionary Award for her genre-defying work. The Killers received the Special International award, presented by Bruce Springsteen, underscoring the global reach and diversity of this year's winners.