The 2021 Grammys, was the year’s biggest night for music. Females prevailed this year, with winners Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Megan Thee Stallion and H.E.R dominating the awards.
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This year, focusing on the music instead of the Grammys themselves saw The Recording Academy successfully put on a show that felt both relevant and fun to watch.
In the midst of a global pandemic, it was hard to imagine a traditional Grammys award ceremony. The weeks leading up to the ceremony were overshadowed this year by weeks-long-behind-the-scenes tension.
Beyoncé Wins Big
The big win of the night belonged to Beyoncé, taking home her 28th Grammy, the Best R&B Performance award. She received an outstanding nine nominations, winning four awards. She has become the most-awarded woman in Grammys history.
Other winners included Taylor Swift (Album of the Year); Dernst Emile II, H.E.R. and Tiara Thomas (Song of the Year); Megan Thee Stallion (Best New Artist) and Kanye West (Best Contemporary Christian Music Album, interestingly enough).
For a complete list of the night’s awards winners, see Pitchfork.
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When Beyoncé’s uplifting anthem “BLACK PARADE” won Best R&B Performance, the star’s Grammy odometer rolled over to 28, setting a new record for the most awards won by a woman and a singer.
Source: Pitchfork
A shirtless Harry Styles kicked off the party with a soulful rendition of his hit “Watermelon Sugar”, donning a dark green leather suit and feather boa to match. He went on to impress paparazzi with an array of Gucci-heavy outfits throughout the evening.
Styles’ outfit energy was matched by Post Malone in a Chrome Hearts ensemble and Big Sean in Ermenegildo Zegna.
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Additionally, Taylor Swift wowed audiences with a performance of her 2020 hits. The stage was transformed into a makeshift forest for the occasion.
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