The 1993 Soul Train Music Awards was held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California on March 9, 1993. The show was hosted by Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle and Luther Vandross.

Special awards

Heritage Award

Humanitarian Award

Sammy Davis Jr. Award for Entertainer of the Year

Winners and nominees

Winners are in bold text.

Best R&B/Soul Album – Male

Best R&B/Soul Album – Female

Best R&B/Soul Album – Group, Band, or Duo

Best R&B/Soul Single – Male

Best R&B/Soul Single – Female

Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band, or Duo

Song of the Year

Best Music Video

Best New R&B/Soul Artist

Best Gospel Album

Best Rap Album

Best Jazz Album

Performers

Notable performances