Grammys 2025 recap: Best moments from music's biggest night
The ceremony took place Sunday, Feb. 2.
Some of the biggest names in music were honored at the 2025 Grammys on Sunday.
Beyoncé took home the Grammy Award for album of the year for "COWBOY CARTER" and Chappell Roan won the Grammy for best new artist. Kendrick Lamar snagged both record of the year and song of the year for his song "Not Like Us."
The Grammys took place nearly a month after the Los Angeles wildfires began, which devastated the region and resulted in at least 29 deaths. The telecast was "reimagined to raise funds to support wildfire relief efforts and aid music professionals impacted by the L.A. wildfires," with funds raised during the show going to support music professionals and Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts.
Near the end of the show, Trevor Noah, who returned this year as host for the fifth year in a row, announced viewers at home had already raised $7 million.
The night was filled with epic performances from artists like Charli xcx, Shakira, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and more. A moving musical tribute was also performed to honor the late music legend Quincy Jones.
Keep reading for a recap of all the biggest moments from the 2025 Grammys.
Key moments:
- Feb 03, 2025, 11:52 PM EST
- Feb 02, 2025, 11:44 PM EST
- Feb 02, 2025, 11:11 PM EST
- Feb 02, 2025, 10:49 PM EST
- Feb 02, 2025, 9:51 PM EST
- Feb 02, 2025, 9:13 PM EST
What happened at last year's Grammys?
At last year's Grammys, Taylor Swift took home the coveted album of the year award for "Midnights," Victoria Monét won best new artist and Miley Cyrus won record of the year for "Flowers."
Billie Eilish and her brother and co-writer Finneas O'Connell won the Grammy Award for song of the year for "What Was I Made For?" from the "Barbie" movie.
Dua Lipa, SZA Olivia Rodrigo, Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile and more performed at the event.
Grammys take on renewed purpose amid LA Fires
After devastating fires ripped through several areas of Los Angeles in January, the Grammys announced this year's show would be focused on fundraising for relief efforts across the city.
"The GRAMMYS will not only honor the artistry and achievements of our music community but also serve as a platform to amplify the spirit of resilience that defines this great city of Los Angeles," read a Jan. 13 letter sent to Recording Academy members.
The fires, which were fueled by severe drought conditions and strong winds, left at least 29 people dead and destroyed thousands of structures across the region.
Thousands of firefighters battled wildfires across 45 square miles of densely populated Los Angeles County.
Throughout the Grammys broadcast, viewers, attendees and sponsors will have the opportunity to donate to recently formed partnerships between the Recording Academy and MusiCares, Direct Relief, the California Community Foundation and the Pasadena Community Foundation, all of which are looking to support those affected by the fires.
Viewers will have the chance to donate to specifically support music professionals who are affected by the fires or donate to larger wildfire relief efforts.
Grammys related events canceled in wake of fires
Grammys parties and other events were canceled due to the LA wildfires, which tore through the region in January.
Universal Music Group canceled its planned Artist Showcase and After-Grammy Party, instead directing funds to those affected by the fires.
Warner Music Group and Sony Music Group also canceled planned events related to the award show.
