Grammy Awards 2025: Kendrick Lamar Dominates with 5 Wins, Beyoncé and Charli XCX Shine with 3 Each

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrated a night of remarkable musical achievements. Kendrick Lamar emerged as the evening's top honoree, securing five awards for his hit single "Not Like Us." Beyoncé and Charli XCX also had notable performances, each taking home three awards.

Kendrick Lamar's Triumph with "Not Like Us"

Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" dominated the ceremony, winning all five categories in which it was nominated, including the prestigious Record of the Year and Song of the Year. This accomplishment makes "Not Like Us" the most decorated song in Grammy history. Lamar's success marks him as the second rap artist to win both Record and Song of the Year, following Childish Gambino's win in 2019.

Beyoncé's Historic Wins

Leading the nominations with eleven nods, Beyoncé secured three awards during the night. Her album "Cowboy Carter" earned her both Album of the Year and Best Country Album, making her the first Black artist to win Best Country Album and the first Black woman to win Album of the Year since Lauryn Hill in 1999.

Charli XCX's Notable Achievements

Charli XCX also had a significant night, taking home three awards, including Best Dance/Electronic Album for "BRAT." Her energetic performance was among the highlights of the evening.

Other Highlights and Winners

The ceremony featured several other notable moments:

Chappell Roan was honored with the Best New Artist award, recognizing her impactful debut in the music industry.

Sierra Ferrell swept the American roots categories, winning all four of her nominations.

Doechii won Best Rap Album for "Alligator Bites Never Heal," becoming the third woman to win this award, following Lauryn Hill (with the Fugees) in 1997 and Cardi B in 2019.

The 2025 Grammy Awards showcased a diverse array of talent, celebrating both established artists and emerging voices in the music industry.