Every year, the Grammy Awards serve up a spectacle of glitz, glory, and the occasional eyebrow-raising moment. But the 67th Annual Grammys? This one had it all—history in the making, jaw-dropping performances, and, yes, Kanye West doing something entirely predictable yet somehow still shocking. Let’s dive into the highlights, the winners, and the moments that left us gasping, grooving, or giving a side-eye.
THE NEXT GENERATION: A MUSICAL CHANGING OF THE GUARD
The Best New Artist category this year wasn’t just a competition—it was a declaration. A statement that the next era of music is here, and it’s not waiting for permission. With an eclectic lineup featuring Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and more, the category alone could have been its own mini-festival. Roan took the crown, but Carpenter, Charli XCX, and Doechii ensured that the night belonged to the new vanguard.
CHAPPELL ROAN’S PINK PONY CLUB SPECTACLE
A teenage Chappell Roan once predicted her own Best New Artist Grammy win—manifestation at its finest. On Sunday night, that prophecy came true. Roan, the category’s frontrunner, clinched the award over strong contenders like Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and Shaboozey. The 67th Grammys marked her debut at the ceremony, where she earned six nominations, including Song, Album, and Record of the Year.
Accepting the award in a whimsical princess hat, Roan seized the moment—not just to thank her fans but to call on music labels to provide artists with fair wages and healthcare.
And how do you make an unforgettable Grammy debut? By riding a giant pink horse, naturally. Roan delivered a wild, dazzling performance of “Pink Pony Club,” complete with rodeo clowns and an audience that included Taylor Swift and Shakira watching in awe. One of the night’s most talked-about moments? No question.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Theatrical Triumph
With six albums under her belt, Sabrina Carpenter proved exactly why she earned her Best New Artist nomination with a show-stopping, vaudevillian-inspired performance. Dressed in a dazzling showgirl-esque Dolce & Gabbana costume, she kicked things off with a series of perfectly timed “mishaps”—missing her spotlight, dropping her cane, and vanishing through a trap door—all part of the act.
The spectacle continued with a big band rendition of Espresso, complete with tap dancing, before transitioning into Please Please Please. The pop star, 25, swapped her showgirl ensemble for a custom tuxedo-inspired bodysuit encrusted with Swarovski crystals, then switched into an embellished strapless satin and lace bodysuit, adding a custom chiffon shawl adorned with feathers. Even as the set dramatically collapsed around her, Carpenter never broke character, laughing as she leaped into a dancer’s arms. The performance capped off a triumphant night, as she also took home Best Pop Solo Performance for Espresso and Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet.
KENDRICK LAMAR SWEEPS & BEYONCÉ FINALLY GETS HER DUE
The Grammy gods finally got one right—Beyoncé, after years of Album of the Year heartbreak, finally claimed the trophy for Cowboy Carter. With 99 Grammy nominations to her name, she also made history as the most-nominated artist of all time. Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar swept every category he was in, taking home both Record and Song of the Year for Not Like Us. If anyone was still questioning his GOAT status, the Grammys answered loudly and clearly.
THE WEEKND ENDS HIS GRAMMYS EXILE
Five years ago, The Weeknd famously called the Grammys “corrupt” and refused to submit his music. Fast-forward to 2025, and in a plot twist no one saw coming, he returned to the stage with an unannounced, electrifying performance. After a heartfelt introduction by the Recording Academy’s CEO acknowledging the past controversies, The Weeknd delivered Cry For Me and Timeless—a comeback as poetic as it was powerful.
LOWLIGHT: KANYE WEST AND BIANCA CENSORI’S “FASHION CHOICE”
Just when you thought the Grammys might get through an evening without a Kanye West controversy, he pulled… this. Arriving on the red carpet in all black, his wife Bianca Censori, however, decided to take “daring fashion” to a new level—by showing up practically naked in a sheer bodystocking. And then, they left. No acceptance speeches, no audience reactions, just a brief moment of sheer audacity before disappearing into the LA night. Classic Kanye.
AND THE WINNERS WERE…
Album of the Year: Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
Record of the Year: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Song of the Year: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Best New Artist: Chappell Roan
Here, for a full list of winners
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
The 2025 Grammys weren’t just about trophies—they were about shifting tides. The old guard remains strong, but the future? It’s bright, it’s fearless, and it’s riding in on a giant pink horse. See you next year, music lovers.