The 2025 Grammys lit up Los Angeles on Feb. 5. celebrating the best in music and groundbreaking achievements. Hosted by Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year, the ceremony honored artists across diverse genres highlighting their talents.
One of the most memorable moments of the night was Beyonce making history by winning Album of the Year, with her country inspired album Cowboy Carter. This marked her first win in this category and the first time a black woman has secured the win since Lauryn Hill in 1999.
Beyonce also took home the Best Country Album Award. In her heartfelt acceptance speech, she expressed her gratitude and appreciation for her awards. It was unexpected to most.
“I didn’t expect her to win in the country,” junior Derek Coatzozon said.
Another memorable moment was Chappel Roan winning the best new artist award. Roan gave a heartfelt speech after winning, thanking everyone who got her there. Known for her theatrical performances and infectious pop sound, her win highlights her rapid rise in the music industry. Fans and critics alike celebrate this achievement.
Many people think another memorable moment was, “Seeing Billie Eilish cry,” sophomore Nora Ellingson said.
But if there was one performance that had everyone talking, it was Kendrick Lamar’s. His popular song “Not Like Us” not only won Record of the Year and Song of the Year, but his live performance was memorable. Winning two awards for his song made it the most decorated song in the history of the awards.
The 2025 Grammys delivered a night full of big wins, unexpected moments and performances that had everyone talking about. It highlighted the talents of every artist who attended and gave the audience a night to watch the landscape of the music world.
