February 4, 2024, the 66th Grammy Awards took place. Trevor Noah hosted the music event. He did an excellent job hosting the awards for the fourth year. He had a fun and witty sense of humour throughout the event.
Trevor Noah introduced the opening act of the 66th Grammy Awards. The show started with Dua Lipa performing her latest single, Houdini. She also incorporated a sample of her song from the movie Barbie, Dance the Night Away.
After that theatrical performance, Trevor Noah gave a funny, clever and classy monologue. It was also dynamic and interactive. He did great work as the host, including introducing presenters, musical acts and the stories of artists’ music or albums. The introduction of the singers before their performance, describing their work about their song or record, is a lovely touch, different from previous Grammys over the years.
Here are the performances of the 66th Grammy Awards
-Opening Act
Dua Lipa – Houdini
What a fantastic way to start the 66th Grammy Awards. Dua Lipa gave an impressive performance. She sang with passion. I like the sample of her song from the Barbie movie Dance the Night Away.
–Tracy Chapman & Luke Combs Fast Car
*They sang an incredible duet- two vocal styles in perfect harmony. Hearing both versions of these two fantastic artists who then sing together live was remarkable.
* It was touching to hear Luke Combs’ perspective on how he chose to do his rendition of Tracy Chapman’s 80s hit Fast Car.
-SZA
*Snooze
*Kill Bill
She sang her singles with a bold style and passion. SZA was impressive in giving a theatrical performance, especially with the piece Kill Bill.
-Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For?
She gave a heartfelt performance. She sang this song with heart and soul. Seeing Billie Eilish wear a vintage Barbie outfit, Poodle Parade was lovely. It showed a personal touch.
–Miley Cyrus – Flowers
She gave a passionate performance with a Tina Turner vibe. It was dynamic!
The introduction to the performance was heartfelt, including when Miley Cyrus talked about the female artists who inspired her, like Celine Dion.
-Olivia Rodrigo – Vampire
She gave a spirited performance. She sang from the heart.
-U2 – Atomic City
They performed at the Sphere in Las Vegas, NV
Their performance was fantastic.
-In Memoriam Segment
It was a heartwarming performance honouring the artists who passed away this past year.
*Stevie Wonder sings a Posthumous duet with the legendary Tony Bennett – For Once in My Life
*Annie Lennox – Nothing Compares 2 U- a beautiful tribute to the late Sinéad O’Connor
*Jon Baptiste paid tribute to Clarence Avant
-Ain’t No Sunshine
–Lean On Me
*Oprah paid tribute to the late Tina Turner and introduced Fantasia Barrino
-Fantasia Barrino – Proud Mary
The In Memoriam segment was touching, with beautiful performances.
-Brandi Carlisle gave a heartfelt introduction to Canadian-American artist Joni Mitchell.
*Joni Mitchell – Both Sides Now
She gave a phenomenal performance, along with the presence of Brandi Carlisle and an incredible group of musicians.
-Travis Scott
*My Eyes
*I Know
*Fe!n
Travis Scott gave a remarkable performance with a great medley of his hits.
-Burna Boy is a Nigerian Afro-Beat singer whose medley of performances was amazing.
On Form
City Boys
Sittin’ On Top of the World with Brandy was a fantastic duet.
Seeing Brandy perform on stage was a pleasant surprise.
-Billy Joel Turn the Lights Back On
It was Billy Joel’s first new single in 30 years. He gave an incredible performance. Trevor Noah was right. It was worth the wait.
Final Performance
Billy Joel – You May Be May Right
Trevor Noah introduced the final performance.
The 66th Grammy Awards ended on a great note last night with Billy Joel performing his 80s classic hit You May Be Right before the rolling of credits.
Awards – Highlights
-Best Pop Solo Performance: Miley Cyrus – Flowers
Mariah Carey presented the award, which was lovely to see.
-Best R&B Song: SZA – Snooze
-Best Vocal Album: Taylor Swift – Midnights
-Dr Dre Global Impact Award: Jay-Z
-Song of the Year: Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For?
-Special Awards
2024 Music Educator Award: Annie Ray
2024 Industry Icon: Jon Platt
2024 Social Change Award: Gerald Eaton, K’Naan & Steve McEwan – Refugees
2024 Producer of the Year: Jack Antonoff
2024 Music Care of the Year: Jon Bon Jovi
-Best New Artist: Victoria Monét
Samara Joy’s introduction to this award was touching.
-Special Awards Part 2
*2024 Technical Grammy Special Merit Award: Tom Kobayashi & Tom Scott
*Lifetime Achievement Award:
Laurie Anderson
Clark Sisters
Gladys Knight
Donna Summer
Tammy Wynette
NWA
*Trustees Award
Peter Asher
Joel Katz
DJ Kool Herc
-Record of the Year: Miley Cyrus – Flowers
It was exciting to watch d her Meryll Streep and her son-in-law Mark Ronson.
-Album of the Year: Taylor Swift – Midnights
When Celine Dion came to present the award accompanied by her son René-Charles Angelil, it was heartwarming with a beautiful standing ovation from the audience.
The 66th Grammy Awards were incredible to watch last night. Trevor Noah did a fantastic job hosting this year’s Grammys. There were fantastic celebrity appearances, especially Celine Dion and Meryll Streep. It ended with an outstanding performance by Billy Joel.
Congratulations again to the winners of the 66th Grammy Awards!
Flora Youssef
