Charli XCX is already making headlines at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. She has won two Grammys, including Best Dance/Electronic Album for her influential record, Brat, and Best Dance Pop Recording for its hit single, Von Dutch.
The awards were announced during the premiere ceremony before the main event at Crypto.com Arena. Fellow artist Troye Sivan, who was nominated for his song Got Me Started, expressed his admiration for Charli, calling her an “incredible” talent. He shared how excited he was for her big night and praised her work over the past year.
Social media buzzed with the hashtag #BRATSWEEP, celebrating the success of Brat and its impact this summer. Meanwhile, Beyoncé kicked off the night with her first award for the country duet II Most Wanted with Miley Cyrus, adding to her impressive 11 nominations for her country album Cowboy Carter.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter has a chance to make history as the most awarded album, competing with Charli’s Brat, Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet, Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard And Soft, Chappell Roan’s The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Princess, and Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department. Despite her extensive Grammy wins, Beyoncé aims for her first Album of the Year award this year.
Before the ceremony, Lady Gaga, nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, took a moment to honor those affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. She expressed her love for people and her desire to send warmth and love through her music. She also mentioned her upcoming album, Mayhem, set for release on March 7.
Andre 3000 is nominated for his jazz flute album New Blue Sun, highlighting the diverse talent recognized at the Grammys. Despite Beyoncé’s early wins, she lost the Best Country Song accolade to Kacey Musgraves for The Architect.
Sabrina Carpenter opened the ceremony with her win for Best Pop Solo Performance thanks to her summer hit Espresso. Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, and Chappell Roan are all set to perform at the main ceremony, promising an exciting show for fans.
Kendrick Lamar also had a successful start to the night, with wins for Best Music Video, Best Rap Performance, and Best Rap Song for Not Like Us. The premiere ceremony began with a moving performance of Bridge Over Troubled Water by a group of talented artists.
This year’s Grammy Awards are dedicated to wildfire relief efforts, emphasizing the importance of community and support during tough times. The event promises to be memorable, especially with Trevor Noah returning as host for the fifth consecutive year.
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