The beginning of 2025 has been revolutionary for the music industry. Many female artists achieved huge milestones during the Grammys.
Doechii being the third black woman ever to win rap album of the year for her record Alligator bites never heal. The album has mixes of jazz R&B and musical theater aspects. Her lyrics are raw and unfiltered. Her Grammy performance featured her two most popular songs right now “Catfish” and “Denial is a River”.
Chappel Roan also took home a big win for new artist 2025! Her performance of “Pink Pony Club” blew everyone away.
We can't forget about the hilarious mix up with Courtney LaPlante from Spiritbox and poppy.
Gojira ultimately ended up winning for best metal performance; but it was exciting for Spiritbox to be nominated twice now for a grammy.
Beyonce finally won album of the year for Cowboy Carter. Her Texas roots inspired the country aesthetic of the album and her outfits. Kendrick Lamar won the most grammys of anyone that night including song of the year for “Not Like Us”.
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Kendrick overall, had a very exciting start to 2025. His Super Bowl performance was one of the best in Super Bowl history. SZA, Samuel L Jackson and Serena Williams were all featured. It also wasn't just a performance, it was a protest. Pinpointing issues such as our political climate, racism and his feud with Drake. WATCH IT HERE.
The Oscars had many musicals nominated this year including Wicked and Emilia Pérez. Emilia Pérez ended up winning the most Oscars of the night. Mick Jagger made an appearance to present the award for best original song. Miley Cyrus also attended to present the award for best sound. Music and film goes hand and hand. At the Oscars after party, Chappel Roan and Elton John performed “Pink Pony Club” and it was truly iconic. WATCH HERE.
To end this article I would also like to predict that “The Giver” by Chappel Roan will be my top song of 2025.