What I Want to See at 2025 Grammys
I’m not making picks or offering betting advice. Actually, my only piece of betting advice is to not bet on the Grammys, or any award show for that matter. Save your money for the Super Bowl props.
Along with enjoying some wine, cheeses, and cured meats with my wife, a tradition we’ve developed over the last few years, here are a few of the things I’m looking forward to on “music’s biggest night.”
How Will Kendrick Lamar’s Week Play Out
K Dot is nominated for seven Grammys, and they’re all for individual songs dropped in last year’s rap beef with Drake. I expect him to bring at least one home and add to the 17 he already has. But Kendrick has his eyes set on New Orleans, where he’ll perform the Super Bowl halftime show with SZA (and I am sure other friends) the following Sunday. Helluva week for the current king of rap. It’ll be very interesting to see if any additional digs will be taken at Champagne Papi.
Please No Sweeps
Man, I hate it when an artist or movie sweeps all of the main categories at an awards show. I mean, when Billie swept in 2020, I wasn’t mad at her and FINNEAS. They had a killer year. I just want the love to be shared, particularly for such a subjective event. I don’t think we’ll have a clean sweep this year, but I’d say Beyoncé is my top choice for if someone were to do so.
Prince’s Lifetime Achievement Award
I just love seeing the music community celebrate and appreciate a universally adored artist. Give me a collaboration of artists covering “Purple Rain.” Give me an audience rocking to “Kiss.” The tribute is going to be incredible.
Doechii Winning a Grammy, or I Rage
My support for Doechii has not been a secret in this newsletter. Her charisma, bars, and durability puts her up there as a top rookie performance and female rapper performance over the past year. And this is her opportunity to prove she’s one of the best rappers in the game right now. I don’t care which award she wins, I just want her to win at least one of the four she’s been nominated for (Best New Artist, Best Remixed Recording, Best Rap Performance, and Best Rap Album).
Top Performances I am Looking Forward To
Chappel Roan - she seems to always catch people off guard, doing what she wants and not giving a fuck what people think about her. Her SNL performance was indicative of it, but also fantastic and entertaining. And she gets the people going.
Teddy Swims - After listening to his interview on Armchair Expert, Teddy Swims falls in the category of artists you’d want to have a beer with, along with Post Malone, Bruce Springsteen, Rihanna, and Darius Rucker. Plus, he has absolutely killer vocals.
Doechii - Duh.
Starting Five: Grammy Noms Edition
Album of the Week
Six Songs by Tom Misch
Just before Christmas, Tom Misch dropped this EP, a precursor for a full album that will drop this year. Misch continues to grow and adapt his music style as he collaborates with more and more talented artists year by year. Six Songs is introspective, yet positive, taking obstacles and turning them into opportunities.
Featured Tracks
Abuelitos dancing to DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
Speaking of, Bad Bunny tapped out of Hot Ones, but continues to steal our hearts. “I should’ve spoken with my doctor before doing this shit.”
Peace, love, and positivity.