Grammy Nominations 2025: Screaming, Crying, and Breaking Records
Prateeka Kandikonda, Grade 9

The Grammys are a place where dreams are made, tears are shed, and Twitter wars are fought with the ferocity of lions defending their pride. The nominations for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards are here, and let’s just say, drama is already brewing hotter than my chai on a Monday morning. Announced on November 8, 2024, the nominations have the world buzzing. With the awards show scheduled for February 2, 2025, at the oh-so-glamorous Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, fans are already rallying behind their favorites. And let’s be honest: the Grammys are as much about music as they are about deciphering which artists exchanged polite smiles during commercial breaks.
Taylor Swift, the reigning queen of the recording academy, is poised to make history again. With The Tortured Poets Department up for Album of the Year, Swift seems determined to solidify her legacy. This comes after her record-breaking fourth win in this category last year for Midnights. The thought of Post Malone lending his mellow tones to her duet "Fortnight" is already enough to fuel pop culture discourse for months.
Billie Eilish, who snagged Song of the Year in 2024 for Barbie’s melancholic anthem "What Was I Made For?", is back with her genre-defying Hit Me Hard and Soft. Beyoncé, of course, continues to do Beyoncé things—aka redefining music, fashion, and how gracefully one can accept (or side-eye) an award. Her Cowboy Carter album has critics raving and casual listeners questioning if they’ve been underestimating country music all along.
This year’s Record of the Year nominations pit industry giants like Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga against The Beatles. "Now and Then," a song that fuses nostalgia with modernity, could potentially be the moment when your dad calls you into the living room to explain why vinyl still reigns supreme. Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter continues her meteoric rise, earning nods for her espresso-inspired anthem “Espresso” and her sugar-coated album Short N’ Sweet.
In a delightful twist, Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess brings indie-pop air to the forefront, proving that sometimes, the underdogs aren’t just here to participate—they’re here to shine.
The Grammys have mastered the art of keeping us guessing. Best Pop Duo/Group Performance is a grab bag of delightful chaos, from Taylor Swift teaming up with Gracie Abrams on "Us." to Ariana Grande resurrecting "The Boy Is Mine" alongside Brandy and Monica. On the rap front, Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” feels like a no-brainer, though Eminem’s intriguingly titled The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) might just be the wild card.
Over in the dance/electronic sphere, Charli XCX’s Brat has listeners dancing and questioning whether hyper-pop will ever be mainstream—or if it’s better off living in its deliciously chaotic niche. Billie Eilish “L’Amour De Ma Vie [Over Now Extended Edit]” also makes a splash, further proof that she can thrive in literally any genre.
Of course, what would the Grammys be without a touch of scandal? Rumors are already swirling about certain nominees’ campy social media campaigns (ahem, Sabrina Carpenter’s espresso machine giveaways) and cryptic collaborations (Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars “Die With a Smile” has conspiracy theorists scribbling on chalkboards). And who can forget last year’s viral acceptance speeches, where Adele lovingly roasted Beyoncé? Prepare for more meme-worthy moments.
Whether you’re watching for the jaw-dropping performances, the heartfelt (and sometimes hilariously awkward) speeches, or simply to weigh in on the best-dressed lists, the Grammys promise to be a night to remember. So, break out your sparkliest out ts, sharpen your Twitter commentary skills, and prepare for another year of emotional wins, snubs, and internet-breaking surprises.