All Songs Considered 2025 Grammys Recap
Feb 3, 2025
Rihanna Cruz, a freelance music and culture journalist, and Shamira Ibrahim, a culture writer and critic, dive into the highs and lows of the 2025 Grammy Awards. They discuss Beyonce's historic Album of the Year win, the unexpected outcomes that shook the genre landscape, and the powerful performances asserting artist welfare and social causes. The duo highlights the blend of established artists and newcomers while examining the Grammys' balance between celebration and sensitivity in light of community challenges, offering a nuanced take on music's biggest night.
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Beyoncé's Historic Win
- Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year at the 2025 Grammys for Cowboy Carter.
- This was a long-awaited win, her 35th Grammy, marking a historic moment.
Competitive Field
- The Album of the Year category was highly competitive and unpredictable.
- Even experts had difficulty predicting the winner due to a diverse range of nominees.
Kendrick Lamar's Sweep
- Kendrick Lamar achieved a clean sweep, winning all five nominated categories for "Not Like Us."
- This included Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Rap Song, solidifying the song's cultural impact.