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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards took place on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating the best in music from the past year. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the event featured groundbreaking wins, memorable performances, and historic moments that underscored the evolving landscape of the music industry.

The awards saw André 3000’s New Blue Sun take home Album of the Year, marking a defining moment for the celebrated OutKast rapper. His jazz-inspired instrumental album surprised many by winning the category, showcasing the Grammy’s embrace of experimental music. However, André 3000 did not attend the Grammy Awards, making his victory even more surprising.

The Beatles secured Record of the Year with Now and Then, their AI-assisted final song, making it the first posthumous win for John Lennon and George Harrison in this category. The track, which blended Lennon’s demo vocals with new recordings from Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, resonated with both nostalgic fans and a new generation of listeners.

Sabrina Carpenter had a standout night, winning Song of the Year for Please Please Please and Best Pop Solo Performance for Espresso. She also took home Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet, cementing her status as one of pop music’s biggest stars.

The Best New Artist category saw Chappell Roan claim victory, reflecting her rapid rise in the industry with her theatrical pop style and bold artistic vision.

In the rock categories, The Beatles’ Now and Then also secured Best Rock Performance, proving their music remains timeless. St. Vincent’s All Born Screaming won Best Alternative Music Album, reaffirming her experimental genius in the indie and alternative scene.

In R&B, SZA’s Snooze was awarded Best R&B Song, while Doechii’s Alligator Bites Never Heal won Best Rap Album. Doechii made history as only the third woman to ever win in this category and the second solo female rapper after Cardi B. In her powerful acceptance speech, she dedicated her win to Black women and encouraged them to embrace their identities unapologetically.

On the country music side, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter won Best Country Album, further cementing her influence across multiple genres. Her country-infused project stirred discussions about the genre’s evolution and inclusivity.

In Latin music, Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran won Best Latin Pop Album, while Bad Bunny took home Best Música Urbana Album for Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana. 

One of the night’s most talked-about moments was The Weeknd’s surprise performance of his new single Cry For Me. This marked his return to the Grammys after a boycott that lasted years, sparked by previous snubs. His decision to perform signaled a shift in the Recording Academy’s efforts.

Additionally, the event honored Los Angeles’ resilience following the recent wildfires, paying tribute to first responders and local artists affected by the disasters.

*Cover Photo/Thumbnail Photo from Entertainment Weekly