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Throughout the night, various awards were presented to artists who had made significant contributions to soul, R&B, and hip hop music. Ella Mai won Best New Artist, while H.E.R. went home with the award for Best R&B/Soul Female Artist. Bruno Mars won Song of the Year for his hit single "Finesse" featuring Cardi B.

One of the highlights of the night was a medley performance from Jon B. The singer, known for his hit singles "Someone to Love" and "They Don't Know," sang several of his biggest hits. He was ed on stage by Donell Jones, who performed his songs "Knocks Me Off My Feet" and "U Know What's Up."

Another standout moment was Erykah Badu's performance of "Tyrone." The singer, known for her unique style and soulful sound, had the audience on their feet as she belted out the lyrics to one of her most popular songs.

In addition to the awards and performances, there were several tributes throughout the night. SZA paid tribute to the late Mac Miller, performing a cover of his song "Dang!" The Roots also paid homage to the late rapper, performing a medley of his hits.

Overall, the 2018 Soul Train Awards was a night to for fans of soul, R&B, and hip hop music. The event brought together some of the biggest names in the industry to celebrate the impact that these genres have had on music and popular culture. With energetic performances, heartfelt tributes, and well-deserved awards, the event showcased the best of what these genres have to offer.