Beyonce hailed as she accepts iHeartRadio Innovator Award in moving tribute to artists who defied labels

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: With the crowd going crazy, Beyonce walked onto the stage to accept her iHeartRadio Award 2024.

Queen Bey was honored with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award, in Los Angeles, as she donned an outfit in sync with her newest album, ‘Cowboy Carter.’

Beyonce thanks Jay-Z for being her 'rock and best friend'

Beyonce picked country-inspired apparel with a cowgirl hat. The 42-year-old rocked a black leather shirt with fringe and matching pants. She was presented the award by the legendary Stevie Wonder who congratulated and thanked the singer for carving out a new way in the industry.

"Tonight, you called me an innovator, and for that, I'm very grateful. Innovation starts with a dream, but then you have to execute that dream and that road can be very bumpy," Beyonce said in her acceptance speech.

"Being an innovator is saying what everybody believes is impossible. Being an innovator often means being criticized, which often will test your mental strength," the singer said. 

The ‘Daddy Lessons’ crooner continued, "So to all the record labels, every radio station ... my hope is that we're more open to the joy and liberation that comes from enjoying art with no preconceived notions."

The singer made a special mention of the pioneers who helped lead the path for her to grow into the artist she’s become, “Thank you to Rosetta Tharpe. Miss Tracy Chapman, Linda Martell, Prince, Stevie Wonder, André 3000, Tina Turner, Michael Jackson and so many more who defied any label placed upon them. Thank you for executing your dream so we could all follow.”

Many believed her statement was about critics who slammed her for switching genres. "I want to dedicate this award to all the innovators who have dedicated their lives and their art to creating shifts," she expressed.

"Thank you for your sacrifices, your powerful voices and your dauntless spirits." The artist didn’t forget to mention her rapper husband Jay-Z, calling him “my rock, best friend."

Beyonce remembered her kids, “Blue Ivy, 12, and twins Rumi and Sir, 6, "My three beautiful children who continue to be my inspiration and my biggest blessing," she said.

The star's honor comes three days after the release of her ninth studio album, 'Act II: Cowboy Carter'. Beyonce first announced she was releasing a new LP during a Super Bowl commercial in February.

Internet celebrates Beyonce's success at iHeartRadio Award 2024

Internet was delighted to see Beyonce lifting yet another award during the event, one wrote, "She's deserve it Queen"

The second tweeted, "Beyonce gracing the iHeart Awards with her presence is a moment to remember! She's the epitome of greatness in the music industry!"

A person was impressed with Beyonce's look, "Her outfits are always so!!!"

"All hail Queen Beyonce at the iHeart Awards! Her talent, grace, and iconic style never cease to amaze!" another commened.

An admirer wrote, "Queen Beyonce slaying the stage at the iHeart Awards"

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