Kendrick Lamar’s historic night at the 2025 Grammy Awards was nothing short of monumental. With five wins for his powerful song “Not Like Us”, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Music Video, Kendrick solidified his place as one of the greatest artists of his generation. These wins pushed him to a remarkable total of 22 Grammy Awards, showcasing his continued dominance in the music industry.
DJ Mustard, who produced the track, accepting the early awards on Lamar’s behalf, was a great moment in itself. The energy in the Peacock Theater when his wins were announced must have been electric!

Beyoncé also had a career-defining night, leading the ceremony with a stunning 11 nominations. She finally took home Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter, her country album, marking a long-awaited win in a category she had previously missed. Her Best Country Album and Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” with Miley Cyrus further solidified her versatility and continued evolution as an artist. The night truly felt like a huge moment for both Beyoncé and country music, with her becoming the first Black woman in over 50 years to win in that category.
Other winners like Shakira, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars also had memorable moments. Shakira’s win for Best Latin Pop Album for Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran and her dedication of the award to the immigrant community was both poignant and powerful. Doechii’s first Grammy for Best Rap Album for Alligator Bites Never Heal marks the rise of an exciting new talent in hip-hop, and Sabrina Carpenter’s two awards for Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album were great recognition for her artistry.
It was a night that highlighted the diversity of musical talent across genres, with Beyoncé’s historic country win, Lamar’s triumphs in rap, and Shakira’s commitment to social causes. The evening also felt like a celebration of resilience and artistic evolution, with artists breaking barriers and bringing their unique voices to the forefront.
What did you think of the winners and the standout moments of the night? It seems like 2025 is shaping up to be another year where genre boundaries continue to blur!