Grammy Awards 2025: Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX, and Sierra Ferrell Win Big

The 67th Grammy Awards showcased an exciting trend of first-time winners. During the Premiere Ceremony held on Sunday, hosted by songwriter Justin Tranter, prominent figures in the music industry celebrated their inaugural Grammy victories.

Among the first-time winners were pop stars Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX, alongside Música Mexicana star Carin León, French metal band Gojira, and country folk artist Sierra Ferrell.

Additionally, some seasoned artists also took home awards, most notably former President Jimmy Carter, who received a posthumous Grammy for narrating “Last Sundays in Plains: A Centennial Celebration.” This win marked his fourth Grammy.

The ceremony kicked off with a powerful performance from artists including Yolanda Adams, Wayne Brady, and Pentatonix, who opened the show with a soulful version of “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”

The first award of the night for best pop solo performance went to Carpenter for her song “Espresso.” Shortly thereafter, Charli XCX won two Grammys for best pop dance recording for “Von Dutch” and best dance/electronic album for “BRAT.”

Another notable winner was Amy Allen, who claimed the Grammy for songwriter of the year in the non-classical category, making her the first woman to win in this category since it was established three years ago.

Sierra Ferrell took home multiple awards, including for Americana performance and Americana album. In her acceptance speech, she humorously mentioned the absurdity of winning so many awards.

beyoncé, who was the leading nominee of the night, received her first Grammy for the song “II Most Wanted,” featuring Miley Cyrus, in the country duo/group performance category.

Additionally, Kendrick Lamar celebrated early wins for his hit “Not Like Us,” earning awards for music video, rap song, and rap performance.

The Beatles won best rock performance for “Now and Then,” which utilized AI technology, and the award was accepted by Sean Lennon, who expressed the need to keep the Beatles' music alive for future generations.

As Los Angeles continues to recover from the devastating wildfires, the Recording Academy had restructured the awards ceremony to support relief efforts. The CEO of the Recording Academy, Harvey Mason Jr., emphasized their mission to recognize the resilience of the community.

At a pre-Grammy benefit gala hosted by Clive Davis, it was announced that the Grammys and its charity MusiCares have raised nearly $5 million in aid for those affected by the wildfires. The award show is focused on not only celebrating music but also driving awareness and support for community needs.

The Grammy Awards, hosted by comedian Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year, will be broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+.

A lineup of performers also includes Carpenter, Billie Eilish, and Bruno Mars, among others. Additionally, tributes will be paid to the legendary producer Quincy Jones by artists such as Stevie Wonder and Janelle Monáe.

The evening promises to be filled with music, emotion, and moments that celebrate both new talent and industry veterans.

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