Beyoncé Makes History at the 2025 Grammy Awards: Full List of Winners

The 2025 Grammy Awards will forever be remembered as the night Beyoncé finally claimed the coveted Album of the Year award, cementing her legacy as one of the most influential artists in music history. Held in Los Angeles, the 67th Grammy Awards celebrated the best in music across more than 90 categories, with unforgettable performances, emotional speeches, and groundbreaking wins. Let’s dive into the highlights and the full list of winners from this historic night.

Beyoncé’s Historic Win: A Long-Awaited Triumph

Beyoncé’s victory for Cowboy Carter in the Album of the Year category was a moment of redemption and celebration. After being nominated four times previously for the ceremonies top prize, she finally took home the trophy, becoming the first Black woman to win the award since Lauryn Hill in 1999. Dressed in a stunning gold paisley gown, Beyoncé embraced her daughter Blue Ivy and husband Jay-Z before taking the stage to accept the award. “I just feel very full and very honored,” she said. “Many, many years have passed.” She dedicated the win to Linda Martell, a pioneer for Black musicians in country music, who was featured on Cowboy Carter.This win marks Beyoncé’s 35th Grammy, making her the most-awarded artist in Grammy history. Cowboy Carter, the second installment of her trilogy exploring American musical traditions, celebrates the Black roots of country music and highlights the often-overlooked contributions of Black artists.

The “Big Four” Awards

Highlights from the Night

The Grammy Awards’ most prestigious categories Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist, saw fierce competition and unforgettable wins.

Album of the Year

Winner: Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter

- Other Nominees:

- André 3000 – New Blue Sun

- Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet

- Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department

Record of the Year

Winner: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

- Other Nominees:

- Beyoncé – Texas Hold ‘Em

- Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight

Song of the Year

Winner: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

- Other Nominees:

- Beyoncé – Texas Hold ‘Em

- Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather

Best New Artist

Winner: Chappell Roan

- Other Nominees:

- Sabrina Carpenter

- Teddy Swims

Genre Highlights:

Pop, Rock, Rap, and More

The 2025 Grammys celebrated a diverse range of genres, showcasing the breadth of talent in the music industry.

Rock and Metal

- Best Rock Album: The Rolling Stones – Hackney Diamonds

- Best Metal Performance: Gojira, Marina Viotti & Victor Le Masne – Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)

Rap

- Best Rap Album: Doechii – Alligator Bites Never Heal

- Best Rap Song: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

Pop and Dance

- Best Pop Vocal Album: Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet

- Best Dance/Electronic Album: Charli XCX – Brat

Country

- Best Country Album: Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter

- Best Country Song: Kacey Musgraves – The Architect

R&B and Afrobeats

- Best R&B Album: Chris Brown – 11:11 (Deluxe)

- Best African Music Performance: Tems – Love Me JeJe

Production and Songwriting

The Grammys also recognized the creative minds behind the music.

- Producer of the Year, Non-Classical: Daniel Nigro

- Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical: Amy Allen

Film, TV, and Visual Media

Music’s role in visual storytelling was celebrated with awards for soundtracks and scores.

- Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media: Hans Zimmer – Dune: Part Two

- Best Music Video: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

Jazz and Classical Excellence

The jazz and classical categories honored timeless artistry.

- Best Jazz Vocal Album: Samara Joy – A Joyful Holiday

- Best Classical Album: Gustavo Dudamel – Ortiz: Revolución Diamantina

Behind the Scene

The 2025 Grammy Awards were a celebration of music’s power to inspire, unite, and push boundaries. Beyoncé’s historic win, Kendrick Lamar’s dominance, and the recognition of emerging artists like Chappell Roan made this year’s ceremony unforgettable.

What were your favorite moments from the 2025 Grammys? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t forget to check out the full list of winners to discover new music to add to your playlist!

A Night to Remember