The 2025 Grammy's was one of the most enjoyable in years. The night was highlighted by Beyonce's huge win, as she secured her very first "Album of The Year" award, she also became the first Black artist to win "Best Country Album." Beyonce is truly a testimony of endurance.
Kendrick Lamar took home 5 Grammy's for "Not Like Us," Making his song the most awarded rap song in history.
Alicia Keys was honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, recognizing her significant influence on music and culture. Additionally, she took home her 17th Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album for, "Hell's Kitchen."
In the R&B Categories, SZA was awarded Best R&B Song for "Saturn" and Muni Long was awarded Best R&B performance for her live rendition of "Made for Me" on BET.
Doechii made waves by winning her very first Grammy for Best Rap Album for "Alligator Bites Never Heal." She becomes the third woman in history to receive this award.
And of course, the 2025 Grammy was marked with some pretty notable controversy.
Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori made an appearance, with Censori's "attire" drawing significant attention. Rumors circulated that West was not invited and was asked to leave, but these were debunked. According to a spokesperson, West was invited to the Grammy's and decided to leave on his own.
The Weeknd ends his boycott with a surprise performance. The boycott began in 2021 after his exclusion from the nominations, and his concerns over the selection process. He performed tracks from his new album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow."
During a Babyface Associated Press interview, Babyface was mid-sentence when the reporter Krysta Fauria interrupted to call out to singer Chappell Roan. Notable figures Khloe Kardashian and Dionne Warwick, voiced their opinions on the situation. In response the criticism, the Associated Press issued a public apology during their live YouTube stream. Fauria also expressed her regret during the broadcast.
The 2025 Grammys reaffirmed their status as music's biggest night. As always, the Grammys showcased the power of music.
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