By Ayomide Otitoju
The 67th Annual Grammyconcluded with a night of dazzling performances and historic wins, recognizing the industry’s most outstanding talents. Among the prestigious “Big Four” categories, Chappell Roan was crowned Best New Artist, while Kendrick Lamar took home both Record of the Year and Song of the Year for his hit “Not Like Us.”
Beyoncé Makes History with Album of the Year Win
Beyoncé and her album Cowboy Carter were the highlights of the evening, securing both Best Country Album and the coveted Album of the Year award. With this victory, Beyoncé further cements her place in history as the most decorated artist in Grammy history, having led the nominations with 11 and finally earning her first Album of the Year win.
Major Wins of the Night
Album of the Year
✨ Winner: Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
Nominees: André 3000 (New Blue Sun), Sabrina Carpenter (Short n’ Sweet), Charli XCX (Brat), Jacob Collier (Djesse Vol. 4), Billie Eilish (Hit Me Hard and Soft), Chappell Roan (The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess), Taylor Swift (The Tortured Poets Department)
Song of the Year (Songwriting Award)
✨ Winner: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Nominees: Shaboozey (A Bar Song (Tipsy)), Billie Eilish (Birds of a Feather), Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (Die With A Smile), Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone (Fortnight), Chappell Roan (Good Luck, Babe!), Sabrina Carpenter (Please Please Please), Beyoncé (Texas Hold ‘Em)
Record of the Year
✨ Winner: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Nominees: The Beatles (Now and Then), Beyoncé (Texas Hold ‘Em), Sabrina Carpenter (Espresso), Charli XCX (360), Billie Eilish (Birds of a Feather), Chappell Roan (Good Luck, Babe!), Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone (Fortnight)
Best New Artist
✨ Winner: Chappell Roan
Nominees: Benson Boone, Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, Khruangbin, Raye, Shaboozey, Teddy Swims
Best Country Album
✨ Winner: Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
Nominees: Post Malone (F-1 Trillion), Kacey Musgraves (Deeper Well), Chris Stapleton (Higher), Lainey Wilson (Whirlwind)
Best Pop Vocal Album
✨ Winner: Short n’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter
Nominees: Billie Eilish (Hit Me Hard and Soft), Ariana Grande (Eternal Sunshine), Chappell Roan (The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess), Taylor Swift (The Tortured Poets Department)
Best Rap Album
✨ Winner: Alligator Bites Never Heal – Doechii
Nominees: J. Cole (Might Delete Later), Common & Pete Rock (The Auditorium, Vol. 1), Eminem (The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)), Future & Metro Boomin (We Don’t Trust You)
Best Comedy Album
✨ Winner: The Dreamer – Dave Chappelle
Nominees: Ricky Gervais (Armageddon), Jim Gaffigan (The Prisoner), Nikki Glaser (Someday You’ll Die), Trevor Noah (Where Was I)
Best Music Video
✨ Winner: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Nominees: A$AP Rocky (Tailor Swif), Charli XCX (360), Eminem (Houdini), Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone (Fortnight)
A Night of Surprises and Historic Moments
The ceremony was packed with electrifying performances, unexpected wins, and a few notable snubs. Beyoncé’s triumph in the Album of the Year category marked a groundbreaking moment, while Kendrick Lamar’s dominance in Record of the Year and Song of the Year reaffirmed his influence in the industry.
With fierce competition across all categories, the 67th Grammys delivered another unforgettable night in music history.
For the complete list of winners, visit the official Grammy website.
