Grammy Awards 2024 Highlights

Taylor Swift made history at the Grammy Awards on Sunday by winning Album of the Year for her record “Midnights,” marking her fourth time winning the prestigious prize. The night was a celebration of female artists, with Miley Cyrus, Victoria Monét, Billie Eilish, and Finneas also taking home top honors.

Swift’s “Midnights” also secured the Best Pop Vocal Album award, and she revealed during her acceptance speech that she is working on a new album titled “Tortured Poets Department,” set to release in April. Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers” won Record of the Year, while Victoria Monét emotionally accepted the Best New Artist award, thanking her single mother for her support.

Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell won Song of the Year for “What Was I Made For?” from the “Barbie” movie soundtrack, giving a shoutout to director Greta Gerwig. The night also saw a surprise appearance from Celine Dion, who presented Album of the Year after being away from the spotlight due to health reasons.

However, the evening was not without controversy as rapper Killer Mike, who won multiple awards, was escorted out of the venue by police following an altercation. The ceremony highlighted the dominance of female artists, a stark contrast to past criticisms of the Recording Academy for limited representation of women in the music industry.

In a surprising moment, Jay-Z called out the Recording Academy for never awarding his wife Beyoncé Album of the Year, despite her numerous Grammy wins. The night ended with a powerful statement from Phoebe Bridgers, who criticized former Recording Academy president Neil Portnow for his comments about women in the industry.

Overall, the 2024 Grammy Awards showcased the talent and achievements of female artists, setting a new standard for recognition and representation in the music industry.