American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist

The American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist has been awarded since 1974.

Years reflect the year during which the American Music Awards were presented, for works released in the previous year (until 2003 onward, when awards were handed out on November of the same year).

The all-time winners in this category is a tie between Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and Rihanna with 4 wins each.

Most Nominated Artist in category as of 2013

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1980s


American Music Award For Favorite Soul RandB Female Artist of 1970's
Award Year Singer Won/Total Remarks
1979 Natalie Cole
1978 Natalie Cole
1977 Aretha Franklin
1976 Aretha Franklin
1975 Diana Ross; Aretha Franklin; Roberta Flack
1974 Roberta Flack; Aretha Franklin; Betty Wright