The 1997 Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards were held on September 5, 1997, at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in Santa Monica, California. Produced by Don Cornelius Productions, the third annual awards program was co-hosted by Chaka Khan, Bill Bellamy and Erykah Badu.
Special awards Aretha Franklin Award for Entertainer of the Year Queen Latifah
Lena Horne Award for Outstanding Career Achievement Janet Jackson
Winners and nominees Winners are in bold text.
Best R&B/Soul Single – Solo Erykah Badu – "On & On"
Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band or Duo En Vogue – "Don't Let Go (Love)"
R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Solo Erykah Badu – Baduizm
R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Group, Band or Duo 702 – No Doubt
Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist Erykah Badu – "On & On"
Best R&B/Soul or Rap Music Video Lil' Kim – "Crush on You"
Best Gospel Album LaShun Pace – A Wealthy Place
Best Jazz Album Dianne Reeves – The Grand Encounter
R&B/Soul or Rap Song of the Year Erykah Badu – "On & On"
References
External links Official website