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17TH ANNUAL ASCAP RHYTHM & SOUL MUSIC AWARDS

Publisher of the Year

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EMI Music Publishing, Inc.

"Baby Boy"
"Beautiful"
"Can’t Let You Go"
"Crazy In Love"
"Excuse Me Miss"
"Fabulous"
"Frontin’"
"Get Busy"
"Gossip Folks"
"How You Gonna Act Like That"
"I Can"
"I Know What You Want"
"I Wish I Wasn’t"
"Into You"
"P.I.M.P."
"Rain On Me"
"Right Thurr (Remix)"
"Stand Up"
"The Jump Off"
"Wanksta"

EMI/Jobete Music Publishing
"Into You"

Songwriter of the Year - 50 Cent

50 Cent

"21 Questions"

"In Da Club"

"Magic Stick"

"P.I.M.P."

"Wanksta"

Over the last few years, 50 Cent has steadily emerged as one of the most celebrated acts of hip-hop. After showcasing his raw talent in underground "bootlegged" albums like Guess Who’s Back and 50 Cent Is the Future, 50 Cent turned his street cred and buzz into success as a talented songwriter and performer. It wasn’t long before label scouts were in a bidding war for this sought-after Queens, New York native. Once 50 signed a record deal with Eminem and Dr. Dre’s imprint, Shady/Aftermath, his impact on mainstream music was swift and unstoppable. 50 Cent, born Curtis Jackson, released hit after hit with his bold rhymes and catchy beats. More>>>


The ASCAP Golden Note Award Honoring Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter

Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter prophesied his fate in 1996 on his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, when he proclaimed on wax that you "Can't Knock the Hustle." Almost a decade later, the prolific rapper has established a solid reputation for his lyrical ingenuity, passion and prowess, which is evident throughout his diverse portfolio of career-breaking recordings. His distinct and witty play on words coupled with his unforgettable New York dialect have become ingrained in the fiber of hip-hop music. The multi-platinum, Grammy award-winning artist, entrepreneur, trendsetter and philanthropist has become not only a man of tremendous social value but also an icon for today's brand of 21st century success.

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Jay-Z

The ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Heritage Award Honoring Rick James

Rick JamesIn his milestone career, ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Heritage Award honoree Rick James has redefined the parameters of popular music with thunderous funk, irresistible hooks and infinite personality. "A lot of the stuff I write is just everyday stuff. I don't write anything I can't relate to," claims James. "My songs are danceable, happy, dramatic. People like to hear love songs, so I write a lot of those. Dance songs, party songs, let's have sex songs - that's what the world is all about."

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50 Cent
50 Cent

Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre

Michael Elizondo
Michael Elizondo

Jayson
Jayson "Koko" Bridges

Top R&B/Hip-Hop Song:
"IN DA CLUB" by 50 Cent

Writers: 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, Michael Elizondo, Jr.
Publishers: 50 Cent Music, Ain't Nothing But Funkin' Music, Blotter Music, Elvis Mambo Music, Music of Windswept, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

Top Rap Song:
"IN DA CLUB" by 50 Cent


Writers: 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, Michael Elizondo, Jr.
Publishers: 50 Cent Music, Ain't Nothing But Funkin' Music, Blotter Music, Elvis Mambo Music, Music of Windswept, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

Top Soundtrack Song of the Year:
"Shake Ya Tailfeather" (From Bad Boys II)
by Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee


Writers: Jayson "Koko" Bridges, Murphy Lee, Nelly, Varick "Smitty" Smith
Publishers: BMG Songs, Inc., BuBo Music, D2 Pro Publishing, Hitco South, Jackie Frost Music, Koko's Basement, New Columbia Pictures Music, Inc., That's Whats Up Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Young Dude Publishing

ASCAP Reggae Artist of the Year:
Sean Paul

Murphy Lee
Murphy Lee

Nelly
Nelly

Varick
Varick "Smitty" Smith

Sean Paul
Sean Paul

 
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