Ultimately, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards felt like a boardroom meeting trying to dance. The wins for Megan Thee Stallion and Movement 4 were genuine shocks that proved progress is possible. However, the ongoing feud with The Weeknd and the clumsy handling of the AI debate revealed an institution that is still far more comfortable celebrating the past than predicting the future. As the final confetti fell on Los Angeles, one truth remained: the Grammys are no longer the map of the music industry. They are merely a very expensive, very famous postcard from it.
Other standout performances included an opening by and Rosé , as well as sets from Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Tyler, the Creator, and hip-hop duo Clipse , who closed out the show with a performance featuring Pharrell Williams and the Voices of Fire gospel choir.
After being nominated for the prestigious Album of the Year (AOTY) award four times in the past—and losing in highly controversial decisions—. This win solidified her legacy, making her the first Black woman in the 21st century to win Album of the Year.
Bad Bunny's Debí Tirar Más Fotos became the in Grammy history. Only three years earlier, Un Verano Sin Ti had become the first Spanish-language album nominated in this category. He was also the first Spanish-language artist nominated simultaneously for Album, Record, and Song of the Year. When accepting the award, he spoke largely in Spanish and immediately declared, "ICE out" before thanking God—a powerful political statement amid ongoing immigration crackdowns in the U.S. The 67th Annual Grammy Awards -2025-2025
Accepting Record of the Year alongside SZA, Lamar said: "This is what this music is about: Luther Vandross. This is special for me because he is one of my favorite artists of all time."
for his fifth consecutive year, the ceremony also served as a fundraiser for California wildfire relief. The New York Times Major Category Winners Album of the Year Cowboy Carter Record of the Year Kendrick Lamar "Not Like Us" Song of the Year Kendrick Lamar "Not Like Us" Best New Artist Chappell Roan Historic Milestones
Yet questions remain about whether these surface-level victories represent genuine structural change. The ceremony's political speeches, while sincere and urgent, unfolded within a broadcast whose structure remained untouched by what was being said. As one critic put it, "Political speech at award shows has become almost expected... but it does not allow their words to change anything substantially, only to provide viral soundbytes." Ultimately, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards felt like
The , held on February 2, 2025 , at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Hosted by Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year, the ceremony was a night of historic breakthroughs and community resilience following recent local wildfires. A Night of Record-Breaking Wins
, who enjoyed meteoric rises during the eligibility period, brought a fresh, high-concept theatricality to the stage. Their performances were highlights of the broadcast, showcasing a shift toward camp, vocal precision, and "main character energy" that resonated deeply with younger demographics. This infusion of new blood balanced the veteran presence of artists like Taylor Swift Billie Eilish
The , held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, served as a historic night of music and a major fundraiser for MusiCares Fire Relief following devastating regional wildfires. Hosted by Trevor Noah As the final confetti fell on Los Angeles,
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards will feature an incredible lineup of performing artists, including:
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and the Jonas Brothers. High school choirs from damaged local schools also joined Stevie Wonder
| Category | Winner | |:---|:---| | | Bad Bunny – Debí Tirar Más Fotos | | Record of the Year | Kendrick Lamar with SZA – "Luther" | | Song of the Year | Billie Eilish – "Wildflower" | | Best New Artist | Olivia Dean |