The following list shows the winners and nominees for the Billboard Music Award for Top R&B Female Artist. The award was first given in 2018 when gendered categories were added to the award show. SZA was the first winner, the most nominated artist in this category with four nominations, and has won this award the most with three wins.

Winners and nominees

Listed below are the winners of the award for each year, as well as the other nominees. + Table key Indicates the winner

Year Artist 2018 Beyoncé Rihanna SZA 2019 Ella Mai H.E.R. Queen Naija 2020 Beyoncé Lizzo Summer Walker 2021 Doja Cat Jhené Aiko SZA 2022 Doja Cat Summer Walker SZA 2023 Beyoncé Rihanna SZA 2024 Muni Long SZA Tyla

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