Artists such as Chappell, Doechii, Lady Gaga, and Miley Cyrus were among the queer women who received top honors at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Their achievements highlight the increasing recognition and celebration of LGBTQ+ talent in the music industry.
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, showcased significant achievements by LGBTQ+ artists, highlighting their contributions to the music industry.
Chappell Roan: Emerging as a prominent figure, Chappell Roan was honored with the Best New Artist award. In her acceptance speech, she emphasized the importance of fair compensation and adequate healthcare for artists, stating, “Trans people deserve love.”
Doechii: Bisexual rapper Doechii made history by winning Best Rap Album for her mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal, becoming only the third woman to receive this accolade. In her speech, she encouraged Black girls and women to embrace their identities, affirming, “You are exactly who you need to be.”
Lady Gaga: Alongside Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga secured the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance award for their collaboration “Die With A Smile.” During her acceptance, she advocated for the transgender community, declaring, “Trans people are not invisible.”
St. Vincent: Queer artist St. Vincent, also known as Annie Clark, garnered three awards: Best Alternative Music Album for All Born Screaming, Best Alternative Music Performance for “Flea,” and Best Rock Song for “Better Man.”
Miley Cyrus: Pansexual singer Miley Cyrus, in collaboration with Beyoncé, won Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted,” featured on Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter.
These accomplishments underscore the growing recognition and celebration of LGBTQ+ artists in the music industry.
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