And The Award Goes To…
It is the day after the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards, and the night was packed with dazzling artists through and throughout, from the red carpet to the gold-dusted stage. Some artists had a night dedicated to new beginnings and significant wins, where cheers of the audience were heard worldwide. Many iconic names performed with purpose and brilliance, relishing in the radiance created by their impact on the industry. Some honorable mentions from the night include:
Tracy Chapman performed “Fast Car” alongside Luke Combs in a mesmerizing and moving performance, which ended in a much-deserved standing ovation. From this performance, ‘Fast Car’ hit #1 on iTunes and continues to show its importance for fans worldwide. Her legacy of authenticity and integrity within her music shows the true power of her presence in the industry, and her contributions to advocating for change in the world ensure her spot forever among the stars.
Miley Cyrus won her first-ever GRAMMY in Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance categories with her 2023 hit release ‘Flowers.’ She dazzled the audience with her performance and the special tribute to music icons Tina Turner and Cher, celebrating the magic created by these magnificent women who changed the industry forever.
SZA, who rocked the stage with her performances of ‘Kill Bill’ and ‘Snooze,’ took home three awards for Best Progressive R&B Album, Best R&B Song, and Best Pop Dup/Group Performance. Her speech was filled with appreciation dedicated to her experiences and those who cheered for her throughout her journey. SZA will continue to radiate and change the industry with her masterful
Taylor Swift has made history as the first-ever artist to win Album of the Year our times with her 10th studio album, “Midnights.” This award signified the four-way tie she broke with her latest win, as this was previously awarded to well-known musical names, such as Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, and Paul Simon. Swift also continued to surprise audiences and fans with her announcement of her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, which is set to release on April 19.
Joni Mitchell, whose GRAMMY performance debut was highly anticipated, stunned the audience with her exhilarating rendition of ‘Both Sides Now.’ Mitchells also finished the night off with a win for Best Folk Album for “Joni Mitchell at Newport (Live),” and her performance focused on her spectacular ability to gain the audience's attention and capture the beauty of her career.
Honorable Mentions
Other honorable mentions include Annie Lenox honoring Sinéad O’Connor in an emotional and powerful performance of “Nothing Compares 2 You”, Billie Eilish performing “What Was I Made For,” which also won the Song of the Year award, Victoria Monét receiving Best New Artist Award, Karol G made history with a win in the Música Urbana category, and boygenius, consisting of Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Davis, received Best Alternative Music Album, Best Rock Performance, and Best Rock Song for ‘Not Strong Enough.’ Plus, a special appearance of Celine Dion made the crowd go wild! The 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards showed the embodiment of the true impact of women in the industry and the record-breaking ability to dominate the major categories presented, indicating how they shined exceptionally bright last night.
Photo Credit:
Kim, Y. (2024, February 5). Finally, the Grammys proved women of all ages can shine. Popsugar. https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/grammys-2024-celebrated-women-49334630
