The 67th annual Grammy Awards Show may have been the most controversial yet. Taking place on Feb. 4, the show offered a night full of unforgettable performances, surprises and triumphs. From the red carpet to the final award, the ceremony kept viewers entertained.
The night’s top honors belonged to Beyoncé, whose critically acclaimed album “Cowboy Carter” won Album of the Year after being shut out the last four times she was nominated. She entered the night with eleven nominations for her album, the most of all artists. On top of Album of the Year, she won Best Country Album and Best Country Duo/Group Performance.
Billie Eilish, Post Malone, Charlie XCX and Kendrick Lamar all received seven nominations this year, and Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan earned six. Lamar’s “Not Like Us” track won both Song of the Year and Record of the Year. But he wasn’t the only big winner, as Roan took home the award for Best New Artist. The Best Rap Album award was given to Doechii for “Alligator Bites Never Heal,” making history as the third woman ever to win the award.
The night was filled with standout performances from Eilish, Charli XCX, Roan and Carpenter. There was even a surprise appearance from The Weeknd, who was on a year-long boycott from the award show that he once called “corrupt.”
Comedian and former host of “The Daily Show” Trevor Noah hosted the ceremony for the fifth consecutive year. In addition to celebrating the best in today’s music, this year’s show drew particular attention to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Noah’s opening speech was dedicated to those affected
by the fires, promising a show that not only celebrates them but celebrates “the city that brought us so much of that music.” He followed through on his promise with a telecast dedicated to just that. Throughout the show, Noah reminded viewers and audience members to donate to relief efforts. A group of Los Angeles County firefighters were invited on stage to present the final award of the night and received a standing ovation from the crowd.
While debates over representation and fairness persist, the 2025 Grammy Awards delivered a blend of music, speeches, celebration and reflection.
