Soul Train Awards 2013 Winners
Check out who rode the Soul Train and won!
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Centric Certified Award: Luke James - It was a certifiably incredible moment for Luke James as he took home the Centric Certified Award. For the last two years, James has continued to win over new fans with his mixtapes #Luke and Whispers in the Dark. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best New Artist: K Michelle - Musician K. Michelle accepts the award for Best New Artist onstage at the Soul Train Awards 2013 at the Orleans Arena on November 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best R&B/Soul Male Artist – Miguel - There's no stopping the Cali-bred singer! Miguel took home the Best R&B/Soul Male award , proving that kaleidoscope dreams do come true. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for BET)
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Video of the Year – Janelle Monae ft. Erykah Badu (Alan Ferguson) “Q.U.E.E.N.” - Janelle Monae has proven time and time again that her artistry is untouchable. Always humble, the illustrious empress graciously accepted the Video of the Award for "Q.U.E.E.N." and thanked her team for helping her make it happen.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best Gospel/Inspirational Performance – Tye Tribbett “If He Did It Before…Same God” - Tye Tribbett's win is a huge inspiration for all! For gospel fans everywhere, a touch of soulful recognition goes a long way.(Photo: Leon Bennett/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Album of the Year – Kendrick Lamar good kid, m.A.A.d city - Though he was not in attendance, Compton's lyrical prodigy Kendrick Lamar took home Album of the Year. Since the release of his major label debut, he has headlined various high profile shows and graced magazine covers. It seems like the good kid is far from mad. (Photo: Moses Robinson/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year – Wale ft. Tiara Thomas “Bad” - Sounds more like this was more good than "Bad!" Wale scored a hit with this single from his album The Gifted. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best R&B/Soul Female Artist – Tamar Braxton - It was a magical moment when Tamar Braxton took home the Chaka Khan Award aka the Best R&B/Soul Female Artist Award (it was announced that night that it would be referred to as such from now on). Before she even reached the stage, all of her sisters gathered to hug her for a warm moment. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Song of the Year – Robin Thicke ft. Pharell & T.I. “Blurred Lines” - Who could deny the chemistry on this song? Three incredible hitmakers came together to deliver a summertime smash that had folks rocking from coast-to-coast. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for BET)
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The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award – Tamar Braxton “Love & War” - Twice in one night! Tamar and songwriter Lashawn Daniels came up to accept the prestigous award for their work on the hit song. Tamar was once again emotional and bursting with positivity about her team.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best Dance Performance – Ciara “Body Party” - Ciara's ability to move once again received the due praise that it deserves in the form of this special Soul Train award. (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images for BET)
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Best Collaboration – Robin Thicke ft. Pharell & T.I. “Blurred Lines” - Though Robin Thicke and Pharrell were not in attendance, Robin sent his regards via a video message and T.I. stepped up to accept on everyone's behalf. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Best International Performance – Bunji Garlin “Differentology” - Looking for something different? Bunji Garlin was and soon enough delivered a smash hit that gained an international following. Kudos for winning this international award. (Photo: Teeography & Fay-ann Lyons)
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Best Traditional Jazz Performance – Nicole Henry “Waiting in Vain” - Certianly this wait wasn't in vain. Singer Nicole Henry took home an award for Best Traditional Jazz Performance, reinforcing that soul and jazz are always connected. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)
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Best Contemporary Jazz Performance – George Duke “Missing You” - This was awarded posthumously as George Duke passed away in August of this year. Duke was an incredible musician whose legacy continues to inspire countless jazz musicians. (Photo: AP Photo/Keystone, Jean-Christophe Bott, File)
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