The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrated a night of groundbreaking achievements and heartfelt performances.
Hosted by Trevor Noah, the ceremony honored musical excellence across diverse genres, with artists both new and established receiving well-deserved recognition.
Beyoncé made history by winning the Best Country Album award for her venture into country music with Cowboy Carter. This win marked her as the first Black woman to secure a country Grammy in 50 years.
Presented by Taylor Swift, the moment was further highlighted when Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy, encouraged her stunned mother to take the stage. In her acceptance speech, Beyoncé stressed the importance of following one’s passion and breaking genre boundaries.
In the rap category, Doechii clinched the Best Rap Album award for her mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal, becoming only the third woman to win this accolade. During her inspiring acceptance speech, she dedicated the award to Black girls everywhere, encouraging them to embrace their true selves and believe in limitless possibilities. Doechii also highlighted her personal journey toward sobriety and faith, urging recognition of her hometown, Tampa, Florida, for its cultural talent.
Sabrina Carpenter emerged victorious in the pop category, winning Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet and Best Pop Solo Performance for Espresso. Her dynamic medley performance during the ceremony was lauded as a highlight of the evening, showcasing her vocal prowess and stage presence.
The Best New Artist award was bestowed upon Chappell Roan, who used her platform to advocate for fairer treatment of artists by record labels. Her recognition brings to light the industry’s acknowledgment of emerging talent and the evolving landscape of music production and distribution.
Meanwhile, Nigerian singer-songwriter, Tems, took home the Best African Music Performance category award for her song “Love Me Jeje”
This marked another significant achievement in her rapidly growing international career. Tems, who has already captured the attention of global audiences with her soulful voice, celebrated the win as a tribute to African artistry and the transformative power of music in bridging cultures.
A notable moment of the night was The Weeknd’s return to the Grammy stage, ending his previous boycott with a surprise performance of his new single Cry For Me. This decision was influenced by recent changes within the Recording Academy aimed at diversifying its voting body, signaling a shift toward greater inclusivity.
The ceremony also paid tribute to Los Angeles, honoring the city’s resilience in the aftermath of recent wildfires. Performances by artists such as Billie Eilish and Finneas highlighted the spirit of the local community, with proceeds from the event directed toward wildfire relief efforts.
