2025 Grammy Awards Highlights
The 2025 Grammy Awards, held at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, featured a spectacular array of performances from artists like Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Lady Gaga. The event, hosted by Trevor Noah, also saw a surprise performance by the Weeknd and a special tribute to the late Quincy Jones with performances by Janelle Monáe, Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, and Herbie Hancock. The show opened with a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the California wildfires, featuring artists such as St. Vincent and Sheryl Crow. Additionally, Chris Martin of Coldplay performed a touching in memoriam segment, while artists like Doechii and Sabrina Carpenter delivered outstanding performances.
Benson Boone
In his debut at the Grammy stage, Benson Boone performed “Beautiful Things” from his album Fireworks & Rollerblades, which had earned him a Best New Artist nomination. Unfortunately, Chappell Roan clinched the award instead.
Béla Fleck
Prior to winning the Best Jazz Instrumental Album for his collaboration with Chick Corea titled Remembrance, Béla Fleck performed “Rhapsody in Blue(Grass)” at the Premiere Ceremony.
Billie Eilish
Returning after last year’s performance, Billie Eilish sang “Birds of a Feather” from her album Hit Me Hard and Soft, which was a nominee for Record of the Year. She performed wearing a Los Angeles Dodgers hat, accompanied by Finneas and a live band against a backdrop featuring desert scenes and childhood photos.
Chappell Roan
Chappell Roan celebrated her breakout year at the Grammys with a performance of “Pink Pony Club” from her Album of the Year nominated work, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. The performance featured a giant pink pony and a group of rodeo clowns in denim.
Charli XCX
Charli XCX made a memorable first appearance at the Grammy ceremony starting her performance in a parking garage, transitioning to the main stage with her Best Dance Pop Recording, “Von Dutch,” and then “Guess,” joined by Julia Fox, the Dare, and a lively group of dancers.
Chris Martin
Chris Martin performed Coldplay’s “All My Love” solo, accompanied by a string section during the in memoriam segment, honoring late artists like Marianne Faithfull and Liam Payne.
Dawes
Dawes opened the ceremony with a heartfelt rendition of Randy Newman’s “I Love L.A.,” joined by artists including Brittany Howard, St. Vincent, and Sheryl Crow, all of whom paid tribute to the victims of the California wildfires.
Doechii
New to the Grammy nominations, Doechii performed “Catfish” and “Denial Is a River,” showcasing a dynamic set with a sliding stage. She later won Best Rap Album for Alligator Bites Never Heal and released a new track, “Nosebleeds.”
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Joe Bonamassa
Guitar virtuoso Joe Bonamassa delivered “Twenty-Four Hour Blues” at the Premiere Ceremony. His album Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 was up for Best Contemporary Blues Album but did not win.
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars performed a stripped-down version of “California Dreamin'” by the Mamas & the Papas, a tribute to Southern Californians affected by the wildfires, featuring acoustic guitar and backing vocals.
Muni Long
Just before winning Best R&B Performance for “Made for Me (Live on BET),” Muni Long performed the song at the Premiere Ceremony.
Quincy Jones Tribute
An all-star tribute was held for Quincy Jones, featuring performances by Cynthia Erivo and Herbie Hancock, Lainey Wilson and Jacob Collier, and concluded with Stevie Wonder and Janelle Monáe performing Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.”
Raye
UK pop sensation Raye, nominated for Best New Artist, made her Grammy debut with an orchestrated version of “Oscar Winning Tears” from her album My 21st Century Blues.
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter dazzled in her first Grammy performance, presenting a medley of “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” from her album Short ’n Sweet, complete with a dynamic blend of old and new school performance styles.
Shaboozey
First-time nominee Shaboozey performed his hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” captivating the audience with a spirited singalong, though he did not win an award.
Shakira
Three-time Grammy winner Shakira celebrated another win for Best Latin Pop Album with a medley from her award-winning album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.
Teddy Swims
In his nomination debut, Teddy Swims performed “Lose Control” from his album I’ve Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 1). He was a contender for Best New Artist, which ultimately went to Chappell Roan.
The Weeknd
Following a boycott, the Weeknd returned to perform “Cry for Me” from his new album Hurry Up Tomorrow, featuring Playboi Carti, marking a reconciliation with the Recording Academy.
Yolanda Adams, Wayne Brady, Deborah Cox, Scott Hoying, Angélique Kidjo, and Taj Mahal
The Premiere Ceremony opened with a powerful rendition of “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” dedicated to those affected by the California wildfires.
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