Who won International Male Solo Artist at the 2018 Brit Awards?

Kendrick Lamar won International Male Solo Artist at the 2018 Brit Awards. The ceremony took place on 21 February 2018 at London’s O2 Arena, marking the 38th edition of the annual British music awards organised by the British Phonographic Industry.

Lamar’s win recognised his international standing during the period surrounding his album DAMN., which had been released in 2017 and featured tracks including “HUMBLE.” and “DNA.” He was also one of the night’s performers, adding to his prominence at the ceremony.

The category was separate from British Male Solo Artist, which was won by Stormzy. That distinction causes a common mix-up: Stormzy took home two major British awards, including British Album of the Year for Gang Signs & Prayer, while Lamar won the international male category.

Other notable 2018 winners included Dua Lipa, who won British Female Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act, Lorde, who won International Female Solo Artist, and Ed Sheeran, who received the Global Success Award. The following year, Drake won International Male Solo Artist.