The 2025 Grammy Awards were filled with powerful moments, and several artists made history. Beyoncé made waves by becoming the first Black woman in 50 years to win in a country category, claiming the Best Country Album award for Cowboy Carter. Her acceptance speech challenged the idea of genre, calling it a “code word” that limits artists and their creativity. She encouraged others to follow their passion, regardless of genre boundaries.
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Chappell Roan, who won Best New Artist, gave an unforgettable speech calling for fair compensation and healthcare for artists, especially those just starting out. Her message resonated deeply, earning her a standing ovation as she pointed out how labels profit off artists while not supporting them properly.
Sabrina Carpenter also had a standout moment, winning Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet. Carpenter’s win came after a memorable presentation from Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith, who performed part of their hit “Under the Bridge.”
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Other notable wins included Doechii, who took home Best Rap Album for Alligator Bites Never Heal, and Kendrick Lamar, who won Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song for “Not Like Us.” In the rock category, The Beatles made waves with their win for Best Rock Performance with Now and Then, while The Rolling Stones won Best Rock Album for Hackney Diamonds.
In a night that celebrated music’s diversity, there were also emotional moments, like the win for Best Song Written for Visual Media, where Jon Batiste’s It Never Went Away from American Symphony took home the trophy.
The 2025 Grammys not only honored exceptional talent but also sparked conversations about the industry’s treatment of artists, making it a night to remember.
