GloRilla, Muni Long, Erykah Badu Announced As Women In Music Honorees

Billboard has announced its highly anticipated next wave of honorees for Women In Music 2025, including GloRilla, Tyla, Muni Long and Erykah Badu.

The event is making a triumphant return, promising a night of unforgettable performances, powerful tributes and well-deserved recognition for the women shaping the music industry. Set to take place on Saturday (March 29,) at YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Inglewood, the star-studded celebration will be hosted by Emmy-nominated actress and advocate Laverne Cox.

This year’s honorees represent an array of talent, spanning multiple genres and backgrounds, but all sharing a commonality: an undeniable influence on the music industry. R&B legend Erykah Badu is this year’s recipient of the Icon Award “for her genre-defying career and cultural impact.” GloRilla will be recognized with the Powerhouse Award “acknowledging her rapid rise in the rap genre and her commanding presence in music.”

R&B sensation Muni Long, whose career has been nothing short of phenomenal, will be presented with the Rising Star Award for “her breakout year.” Lastly, Tyla, the South African hitmaker, will take home the Impact Award for “turbocharging Africa’s global music influence.”

Presenters, performers, and the coveted 2025 Billboard Woman of the Year title will be announced in the coming weeks.

“The 2025 Billboard Women in Music event celebrates the incredible women who continue to drive innovation, inspire change, and reshape the future of music,” stated Dana Droppo, Chief Brand Officer of Billboard, in a press release.

Echoing that sentiment, Hannah Karp, Editorial Director of Billboard, added, “From rising stars to legendary icons, this year’s honorees are redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in the industry. We’re honored to highlight their outstanding achievements and contributions through unforgettable performances, powerful tributes, and an evening that will truly shine a spotlight on their impact.”

Karp adds, “It’s a privilege to continue Billboard’s tradition of recognizing the women who are pushing the boundaries of music and culture, and we can’t wait to share this incredible night with our global audience.”

A limited quantity of early access tickets are available today (Feb. 12) at 1 PM ET with code WIM25 (terms apply). Public on-sale begins Thursday (Feb. 13) at 1 PM ET at Ticketmaster.com.