Colombian singer and songwriter Karol G has been named Woman of the Year for 2024 by Billboard magazine.

With her immense talent, Karol G has created a movement for women around the world thanks to her powerful lyrics and brash confidencesaid Hannah Karp, Billboard’s editorial director.

“The release of her groundbreaking album Mañana Será Bonito has established her as a force to be reckoned with in both the English and Spanish charts. We are so excited to honor her as Woman of the Year,” he emphasized.

The singer will be honored at the Billboard Women in Music Awards on March 6 at the YouTube Theater in Hollywood Park, Los Angeles.

Tracee Ellis Ross will emcee the gala.

The performers who will sing are Charli XCX, Luísa Sonza, Maren Morris, Newjeans, TEMS, Victoria Monét and Young Miko.

Past Billboard Women of the Year stars include SZA, Olivia Rodrigo, Cardi B, Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, Madonna, Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift.

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