The former Eurythmics star was honoured in recognition of her outstanding contribution to British music and her charity work at the event which was hosted by BBC Radio 2 presenter, Jo Whiley.
Annie, whose solo hits include Why and Walking On Broken Glass, was thrilled with the accolade and said: 'I’m very touched and honoured to receive this award.
There must be an angel: Annie Lennox arriving at
the Music Industry Trust Award at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London
on Monday night
'Music has given me a lifetime of experiences and opportunities that I
would never have dreamed possible, and I feel very privileged to have
been able to become an artist and communicator, especially as a woman.'
The 58-year-old looked decadent in a long gold down with perfectly matching heels. She wore pink lipstick and she kept her famously short, bleached, cropped hair, neat and fuss-free.
Singers Sir Elton John and Adele were among the stars who praised the chart-topping performer.
Who's that girl? The global superstar wore a gorgeous gold dress to the event
Speaking in a recorded video message, Sir Elton: 'It is so well deserved and not only for your extraordinary contribution
to music and songwriting but also for your outstanding and tireless
work as an HIV and AIDS activist and supporter of woman’s rights.'Archbishop Desmond Tutu also spoke on the film. He said: 'She is one of those exemplary human beings who chose to put her success in her chosen career to work in order to benefit others. She is a true friend of Africa and of South Africa.
'Her Aids activism in general, and support for the treatment action campaign in-particular, contributed significantly to turning the pandemic around in our country.'
Congratulations: Annie was honoured for her contribution to music on the night
And writing in the programme for the event, Oscar-winning singer Adele added: 'So many of her songs have been the soundtrack to my life. Annie Lennox has been a constant part of my life. An example of a brilliant talent that exudes excellence and influence on everyone.'
The fundraising event was attended by more than 1000 other guests, including musicians, David Gray, Sandie Shaw and Peter Gabriel.
A family affair: Annie's daughters, Lola Fruchtmann and Tali Lennox turned up to support their mother
Annie's daughters, Tali Lennox, 20 and Lola Fruchtmann, 23, were also there to support their mother on the night. Tali wore a black midi dress with a sweetheart neckline with black and yellow lace heels and her sister, Lola, wore a gold beaded tunic mini dress over black tights and colourful strappy sandals.
Previous winners of the award have been Sir Elton, Gary Barlow and Kylie Minogue OBE
The Music Industry Trusts Award has so far raised over £4.3 million for Nordoff Robbins and the BRIT Trust.
Sweet dreams: Annie's daughters, Tali (left) and Lola (right) look just like their mum
Down to earth: Singer Peter Gabriel was on the guestlist at the MIT's award
Special guests: Musicians David Gray (left) and Sandie Shaw (right) also made an appearance
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