{"id":152779,"date":"2025-04-23T12:15:27","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T16:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2025\/04\/23\/lola-young-raye-lead-finalists-for-the-ivors-2025-full-nominations-list\/"},"modified":"2025-04-23T12:15:27","modified_gmt":"2025-04-23T16:15:27","slug":"lola-young-raye-lead-finalists-for-the-ivors-2025-full-nominations-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2025\/04\/23\/lola-young-raye-lead-finalists-for-the-ivors-2025-full-nominations-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Lola Young & RAYE Lead Finalists for The Ivors 2025: Full Nominations\u00a0List"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\tLola Young <\/a>is the top nominee for The Ivors 2025, which celebrate achievements in songwriting and screen composing across eight categories. Young is nominated for three awards \u2013 best song musically and lyrically for \u201cMessy,\u201d best album for This Wasn\u2019t Meant for You Anyway<\/em>, and rising star.<\/p>\n

\n\tYoung, 24, has had success on both sides of the Atlantic this year. \u201cMessy\u201d logged four weeks at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart and has climbed as high as No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. This Wasn\u2019t Meant for You Anyway<\/em>, her sophomore album, reached No. 16 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart and No. 64 on the Billboard 200.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\tLola Young\u2019s \u2018Messy\u2019 Earns a Fourth Week Atop the U.K. Singles\u00a0Chart\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3><\/div>\n

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\n\tRAYE<\/a> \u2013 the winner of last year\u2019s songwriter of the year award \u2013 Ghetts<\/a>, and Conor Dickinson each received two nominations. Both of Dickinson\u2019s nods are for writing with Young.<\/p>\n

\n\tIn the PRS for Music most performed work category, Wham!<\/a>\u2019s 1984 holiday classic \u201cLast Christmas\u201d is one of the five nominees, a remarkable sign of its staying power. The song\u2019s writer, George Michael<\/a>, was nominated in the category 21 years ago for \u201cAmazing.\u201d Harry Styles<\/a>\u2019 2022 smash \u201cAs It Was\u201d was also nominated. This is the third year in a row that that global smash, which Styles cowrote with Kid Harpoon and Tyler Johnson, has been nominated in this category. Also in the running are \u201cHoudini\u201d by Dua Lipa, \u201cStargazing\u201d by Myles Smith, and \u201cPrada\u201d by Cass\u00f6, RAYE and D-Block Europe.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tThis year marks the 70th year of the Ivors, also called the Ivor Novello Awards, with the winners set to be revealed at the ceremony taking place at Grosvenor House, London, on Thursday May 22. Amazon Music sponsors the awards.<\/p>\n

\n\tThis year, 74 individual British, Irish or U.K. resident composers and songwriters, and their international collaborators, have received Ivor Novello nominations \u2013 66% of them for the first time.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe rising star award celebrates British, Irish or UK resident songwriters aged 18-24 who are \u201cat the tipping point of greatness,\u201d in the Ivors\u2019 phrase. Each nominee receives year-long, tailored support for their creativity and career from Amazon Music and The Ivors Academy. The 2025 nominations celebrate five female rising stars \u2013 Bea and her Business, Liang Lawrence, LULU., Nia Smith and Lola Young.<\/p>\n

\n\tPa Salieu<\/a> is nominated in best contemporary song with \u201cAllergy,\u201d four years on from his last nomination in the same category for \u201cEnergy.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Ivors also celebrates Britain and Ireland\u2019s finest composers across film, TV and video games. Daniel Pemberton<\/a> nominated for best original film score for a second successive year, this time with Fly Me to the Moon<\/em>. He was nominated last year for Spider-Man: Across the<\/em> Spider Verse<\/em>. Also nominated is Mica Levi\u2019s score to The Zone of Interest<\/em>. Levi previously won this award in 2018 for Jackie.<\/em><\/p>\n

\n\tMartin Phipps was nominated for best television soundtrack for the second successive year for Black Doves<\/em>. He was nominated last year for the final season of The Crown<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\n\tAlso, Ivor Novello Awards will be presented for the songwriter of the year with Amazon Music, outstanding song collection, visionary award with Amazon Music, special international award, and PRS for Music icon award.<\/p>\n

\n\tRoberto Neri, chief executive of The Ivors Academy, said in a statement: \u201cAn Ivor Novello Award holds a unique place in music, as it is judged by fellow songwriters and composers, making it the most respected acknowledgement of creative excellence. We are proud to welcome and celebrate the nominees\u2019 achievements and look forward to honouring their work at the 70th edition of The\u202fIvors\u202fin\u202fMay.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tAs previously announced, U2 <\/a>are the latest songwriters set to become Academy Fellows, in recognition of their enduring influence and impact on the craft of songwriting. Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. will become the first Irish songwriters that the Academy has inducted into Fellowship in its 81-year history.<\/p>\n

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\n\tThe Ivors, presented by The Ivors Academy, is one of the most prestigious award ceremonies in music. Judged by songwriters and composers, the awards recognize excellence in craft and creativity. For more information visit www.ivorsacademy.com\/theivors<\/p>\n

\n\tHere\u2019s a full list of nominations for The Ivors 2025.<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Album<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\tBrat<\/em> written by Charli xcx, A. G. Cook and Finn Keane; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing, Concord Music Publishing obo Alias Guild and Universal Music Publishing; Performed by Charli xcx<\/p>\n

\n\tOn Purpose, With Purpose<\/em> written by Ghetts and TenBillion Dreams; Published in the UK by BMG Rights Worldwide UK; Performed by Ghetts<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Loop<\/em> written and performed by Jordan Rakei; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing<\/p>\n

\n\tThis Wasn\u2019t Meant for You Anyway<\/em> written by William Brown, Conor Dickinson, Jared Solomon and Lola Young; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing obo Day One Songs, Sony Music Publishing \u2013 Solomon Gouda and Sony Music Publishing; Performed by Lola Young<\/p>\n

\n\tWho Am I<\/em> written and performed by BERWYN; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Contemporary Song<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\u201cAllergy\u201d written by Felix Joseph, Alastair O\u2019Donnell and Pa Salieu; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing and Sony Music Publishing; Performed by Pa Salieu<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cAngel of My Dreams\u201d written by Pablo Bowman, JADE, Steph Jones and Mike Sabath; Published in the UK by Kobalt Music Publishing, Sony Music Publishing and Universal Music Publishing obo Hipgnosis Hits-Steph Jones Who Music-Vistaville Music; Performed by JADE<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cCircumnavigating Georgia\u201d written and performed by Sans Soucis; Published in the UK by Sentric Music<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cDouble Standards\u201d written by Ghetts, EMIL, Sampha Sisay and R-Kay; Published in the UK by BMG Rights Worldwide UK, Ditto Plus Music Publishing and Sony Music Publishing \u2013 Young Songs; Performed by Ghetts feat. Sampha<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cHow Black Men Lose Their Smile\u201d written by Bashy, Toddla T and Linton Kwesi Johnson; Published in the UK by Downtown Music obo DLJ Songs, BMG Rights Worldwide UK and Universal Music Publishing obo L-K-J Music Publishers; Performed by Bashy<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Song Musically and Lyrically<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\u201cChild of Mine\u201d written and performed by Laura Marling; Published in the UK by Kobalt Music Publishing<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cGenesis.\u201d written by Rodney Jerkins, RAYE and Toneworld; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music and Kobalt Music Publishing obo Mohemmusic-Songs by Seventy 7 Music; Performed by RAYE<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cIn the Modern World\u201d written by Grian Chatten, Conor Curley, Conor Deegan, Thomas Coll and Carlos O\u2019connell; Published in the UK by Domino Publishing Company; Performed by Fontaines D.C.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cMessy\u201d written by Conor Dickinson and Lola Young; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing obo Day One Songs and Sony Music Publishing; Performed by Lola Young<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cMine\u201d written and performed by Orla Gartland; Published in the UK by Kobalt Music Publishing obo San Remo Music<\/p>\n

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\n\t\u201cAs It Was\u201d written by Kid Harpoon, Tyler Johnson and Harry Styles; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing and Concord Music Publishing obo These Are Pulse Songs; Performed by Harry Styles<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cHoudini\u201d written by Caroline Ailin, Danny L Harle, Tobias Jesso Jnr, Dua Lipa and Kevin Parker; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing obo Viking Jamz Publishing, Sony Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing and Warner Chappell Music obo Radical 22 Publishing; Performed by Dua Lipa<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cLast Christmas\u201d written by George Michael; Published in the UK by Warner Chappell Music obo WHAM! Music Limited; Performed by WHAM!<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cPrada\u201d written by D-Block Europe, Obi Ebele (Da Beatfreakz), Uche Ebele (Da Beatfreakz), Jahmori \u201cJaymo\u201d Simmons and RAYE; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing, Bucks Music Group Ltd obo Armada Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing obo Fat Pigeon (Publishing) Limited and Warner Chappell Music; Performed by Cass\u00f6, RAYE and D-Block Europe<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cStargazing\u201d written by Peter Fenn, Jesse Fink and Myles Smith; Published in the UK by Kobalt Music Publishing obo Songs by 308 Publishing-Where Da Kasz At, Lyric Global Copyright Services Crescendo obo Arcade Artists Publishing-Jesse Fink Publishing-Spirit One Music Crescendo and Sony Music Publishing; Performed by Myles Smith<\/p>\n

\n\t\tRising Star Award With Amazon Music<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\tBea and her Business<\/p>\n

\n\tLiang Lawrence<\/p>\n

\n\tLola Young<\/p>\n

\n\tLULU.<\/p>\n

\n\tNia Smith<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Original Film Score<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\tFly Me to the Moon<\/em> composed by Daniel Pemberton; Published in the UK by Sony Music Publishing obo Apple<\/p>\n

\n\tHard Truths<\/em> composed by Gary Yershon; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing obo Thin Man Films<\/p>\n

\n\tKneecap<\/em> composed by Michael \u2018Mickey J\u2019 Asante<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Substance<\/em> composed by Raffertie; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing obo Universal Pictures Music<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Zone of Interest<\/em> composed by Mica Levi; Published in the UK by Domino Publishing Company<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Original Video Game Score<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\tEmpire of the Ants<\/em> composed by Mathieu Alvado and Mark Choi<\/p>\n

\n\tFarewell North<\/em> composed by John Konsolakis<\/p>\n

\n\tFlock<\/em> composed by Eli Rainsberry<\/p>\n

\n\tSenua\u2019s Saga: Hellblade<\/em> II<\/em> composed by David Garcia Diaz<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Casting of Frank Stone<\/em> composed by Boxed Ape<\/p>\n

\n\t\tBest Television Soundtrack<\/strong>\t<\/h2>\n

\n\tBlack Doves<\/em> composed by Martin Phipps; Publishing in the UK by BMG Rights Management UK obo Maisie Anthems<\/p>\n

\n\tMary & George<\/em> composed by Oliver Coates; Published in the UK by SATV Publishing<\/p>\n

\n\tRivals<\/em> composed by Jack Halama and Natalie Holt; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing obo Walt Disney Music Company<\/p>\n

\n\tTrue Detective: Night Country<\/em> composed by Vince Pope; Published in the UK by Universal Music Publishing obo T-L Music Publishing<\/p>\n

\n\tUntil I Kill You<\/em> composed by Carly Paradis; Published in the UK by BMG Rights Management UK obo Veti Music Publishing<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lola Young is the top nominee for The Ivors 2025, which celebrate achievements in songwriting and screen composing across eight categories. Young is nominated for three awards \u2013 best song musically and lyrically for \u201cMessy,\u201d best album for This Wasn\u2019t Meant for You Anyway, and rising star. Young, 24, has had success on both sides […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-152779","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-musique","et-doesnt-have-format-content","et_post_format-et-post-format-standard"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/152779","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=152779"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/152779\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=152779"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=152779"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=152779"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}