Performers included The Time, Joe, Robin Thicke, Common, Marsha Ambrosius, Kenny Lattimore, Dave Hollister, Freddie Jackson, Gladys Knight, Mindless Behavior, Tamar Braxton, Chrisette Michele, Anthony Hamilton, BeBe Winans, Boney James, Mary Mary, Natalie Cole, Cee Lo Green, Melanie Fiona, Lloyd, Eric Benet and Joe. Plus, there was a Heavy D tribute featuring Doug E. Fresh, Goodie M.O.B., Naughty By Nature, Whodini, Big Daddy Kane and Kurtis Blow. Here’s a look at this year’s winners

Album of the Year – Chris Brown’s ‘F.A.M.E’

Song of the Year – Kelly Rowland’s ‘Motivation (Ft. Lil Wayne)’

Record of the Year (Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award) – Marsha Ambrosius’ ‘Far Away’

Best New Artist – Miguel

Best Male R&B/Soul – Cee Lo Green

Best Female R&B/Soul Artist – Jill Scott

Best Caribbean Performance – Rihanna’s ‘Man Down’

Best Gospel Performance – Mary Mary’s  ‘Walking’

Best Hip-Hop Song – Nicki Minaj’s ‘Moment For Life (Ft. Drake)’

Best Dance Performance – Beyonce’s  ‘Run the World (Girls)’

Best Soul Site – NecoleBitchie.com

Best Traditional Jazz Album – Cassandra Wilson’s ‘Silver Pony’

Best Contemporary Jazz Album – Dave Koz’s ‘Hello Tomorrow’