MTV announced the nominees for the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards on Wednesday, with Justin Bieber coming out on top as this year's most-nominated artist. He received seven nods — including Artist of the Year and Best Pop for «Peaches» -- followed closely behind by Megan Thee Stallion with six. Other top contenders include Billie Eilish, BTS, Doja Cat, Drake, Giveon and Lil Nas X.