Just when you thought The Beatles had finally left the awards circuit, they made a stunning return at this 67th Grammy, snatching Record of the Year for “Now and Then.” It seems the Fab Four’s influence transcends time—and even mortality. While some purists celebrated this as a triumph of timeless music, others raised an eyebrow at the idea of a band winning a major category decades after its heyday. Has nostalgia become a Grammy genre? Maybe. But one thing’s for sure—Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are proving that you don’t need a TikTok presence to dominate the charts.
Beyond the sentimental value, “Now and Then” winning over contemporary heavyweights poses an uncomfortable question: Are the Grammys recognizing innovation, or are they just handing out legacy awards? Either way, John Lennon must be smirking somewhere in the afterlife.
André 3000’s “New Blue Sun” – A 67th Grammy Love Letter to Experimentation
In a world where mainstream pop often dictates the Grammy landscape, André 3000’s “New Blue Sun” winning Album of the Year was the shake-up music needed. A flute-heavy, vocal-less jazz odyssey isn’t exactly what you’d expect from a rapper-turned-music-philosopher, but the Recording Academy rewarded this bold pivot.
Still, let’s be honest—how many Grammy voters actually made it through the entire album without at least one confused pause? André’s win, however, proves that risk-taking still has a place in music, even if it means the general public has to Google “what is an ambient jazz album?” before pretending to understand it.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Big Night at 67th Grammy– Pop’s New Darling Arrives
Sabrina Carpenter winning Song of the Year for “Please Please Please” and snagging Best Pop Vocal Album for “Short n’ Sweet” signals the full-circle moment of a former Disney star proving she’s more than just an industry plant. While the Swifties may have side-eyed her dominance, it’s undeniable that Carpenter delivered polished, punchy pop anthems.
The bigger surprise? Her Best Pop Solo Performance win for “Espresso.” Who knew a song about caffeine-induced delusions would be the anthem of the year? Maybe next time, Starbucks should sponsor her tour.
Queen Bey Goes Country at 67th Grammy– And Nashville is Conflicted
The top of the 67th Grammy night that some may considered controvercial is the award for the Best Country Album. If you told country traditionalists five years ago that Beyoncé would win Best Country Album, they might have laughed you out of the rodeo. But “Cowboy Carter” is a genre-bending masterpiece that forced the country music scene to (once again) expand its definition of who belongs.
Her Best Country Duo/Group Performance win with Miley Cyrus for “II Most Wanted” only added fuel to the conversation. The crossover was bound to ruffle feathers, but let’s face it—Beyoncé could sing the periodic table, and it would go platinum.
Doechii Makes History – And Drops the Mic on Doubters
The surprise package kept on giving at the 67th Grammy awards. Doechii winning Best New Artist and making history as the third woman ever to win Best Rap Album (with “Alligator Bites Never Heal”) was the ultimate “we told you so” moment for fans who have championed her genre-defying artistry. Add to that Kendrick Lamar’s Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song win for “Not Like Us,” and 2025 was a rap purist’s dream.
But the moment that will be replayed for years? Doechii’s acceptance speech, where she dedicated her win to Black girls everywhere, reminding them that “we don’t need permission to be great.” If that’s not Grammy-worthy, what is?
Final Thoughts on The 67th Grammy: A Ceremony Worth Talking About
Between surprise wins, genre-bending statements, and a few inevitable controversies, the 67th Grammy Awards delivered entertainment, conversation, and a much-needed shake-up to the music industry. Whether it was nostalgic ghosts, jazz flutes, coffee-inspired pop, or cowboy Beyoncé, one thing is clear: music’s boundaries are blurrier—and more exciting—than ever.
