Charting the Success: Has 5 Seconds of Summer Won Any Awards?

From their humble beginnings as YouTube-cover-playing teenagers in Sydney to becoming a globally renowned pop-rock powerhouse, 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) has captured the hearts of millions. Naturally, that massive global footprint comes with a staggering collection of hardware.

If you are wondering whether Luke, Calum, Ashton, and Michael have picked up any trophies along the way, the short answer is: Yes, absolutely. Over their career, 5SOS has accumulated dozens of major international and domestic music awards, proving that their evolution from boy-band-adjacent pop-punk upstarts to alternative-pop heavyweights has been recognized globally.

Major International and Music Industry Wins

5SOS has a formidable track record across major industry-voted and chart-based awards shows. Some of their most prestigious victories include:

• MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs): The band is a massive favorite at the EMAs, having racked up 10 wins out of 14 nominations over the years, including categories like Best Push Act, Best New Act, and multiple wins for Best Australian Act and Best Rock.
• iHeartRadio Music Awards: They won Best Duo/Group of the Year in 2019, alongside multiple wins recognizing their fiercely dedicated fanbase, the 5SOSFAM.
• American Music Awards (AMAs): The band triumphed early in their career, taking home the coveted New Artist of the Year award in 2014.
• MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs): 5SOS has secured 2 VMA wins, including a memorable victory for Best Lyric Video for “Don’t Stop.”
• BMI Awards: Their massive, chart-smashing hits—including “Youngblood,” “Easier,” and “Who Do You Love”—earned them multiple Best Performing Song awards.

Pride of Australia: ARIA and APRA Honors

As proud Australians, 5SOS has always received a hero’s welcome from their home country’s music institutions.

• ARIA Music Awards: The band holds 5 wins from the Australian Recording Industry Association. Their breakout anthem “She Looks So Perfect” won Song of the Year in 2014. They have also repeatedly dominated categories like Best Australian Live Act (for their explosive tours) and won Song of the Year again in 2020 for “Teeth”.
• APRA Awards: In 2019, 5SOS received the prestigious Outstanding International Achievement Award, celebrating their massive footprint outside of Australia. Additionally, they were inducted into APRA AMCOS’ The 1,000,000,000 List after “Youngblood” surpassed a staggering one billion streams globally.

Fan-Voted Dominance

You cannot talk about 5SOS without talking about their powerhouse fanbase. Because of the unbreakable bond between the band and their supporters, 5SOS has historically dominated fan-voted ceremonies:

• Teen Choice Awards: They have collected an impressive 8 surfboard trophies over the years across various music and choice categories.
• Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards: They boast 6 KCA wins, frequently taking home titles for favorite global music acts and regional favorite artists.

Summary: A Decorated Legacy

While they started out being boxed into “boy band” categories, 5 Seconds of Summer successfully transitioned into a critically respected, self-writing alternative rock band. Their award shelf reflects that journey—transitioning from early “New Artist” accolades to industry-voted songwriting honors, global streaming milestones, and major international group wins.