Upon being presented with this year’s Icon award at Billboard Women in Music 2025 by next-gen R&B star Summer Walker, Erykah Badu didn’t waste any time drilling down to the heart of the occasion.

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Beyond the viral buzz, the evening held deeper significance as Badu was honored with the Icon Award, presented by R&B artist Summer Walker. In her acceptance speech, she reflected on the strength and creativity of womanhood, delivering her message with the poetic insight that has defined her legendary career.

Carey was styled by Wilfredo Rosado, with whom she’s been collaborating for more than a decade. Rosado, who is also a jewelry designer, notably designed Carey’s 35-carat engagement ring from her ex-fiancé James Packer in 2016.

Mariah Carey's reaction during a musical tribute at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards has already become a wildly popular meme after she was shown in a cutaway looking unimpressed. The pop icon, 55, was seated in the front row at the ceremony on Monday,

Taylor Swift, Benson Boone, SZA, GloRilla, Sabrina Carpenter and Green Day also were among the winners during Monday night's show.

Walker presents Erykah Badu with the Icon Award at Billboard Women In Music 2025. Summer Walker: Hello, Billboard Women in Music! A few things have changed since I was last here in 2022, including having my twin boys.