Pop Culture Happy Hour 2025 Grammys Recap
36 snips
Feb 3, 2025 In this discussion, freelance music and culture journalist Rihanna Cruz and culture writer Shamira Ibrahim dive into the highlights of the Grammys. They celebrate Beyoncé's historic win for Album of the Year and Kendrick Lamar's big night with Record and Song of the Year. The duo analyzes unexpected victories and the evolving landscape of music genres at the awards. They also reflect on the emotional responses within the music community and tackle the complex balance of celebration and tributes amid recent tragedies.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Beyoncé's Overdue Win
- Beyoncé's Album of the Year win was a shock, given the competitive field.
- Her colleagues' reactions showed how long-awaited this victory was.
Thompson's Relief
- Stephen Thompson felt relieved Beyoncé won, avoiding a discussion about Jacob Collier's potential win.
- Thompson admits to starting Collier's album but not finishing it.
Grammys' Increased Access
- The Grammys' increased voting access and diversity likely contributed to Beyoncé's win.
- This win reflects a shift from other award shows that haven't embraced her country album.