There were many surprises that took place at the 2022 Grammy Awards. We have learned to expect the unexpected. Congratulations to the 2022 Grammy winners!
COMPILED BY STEVEN YEE
Record of the Year
“Leave The Door Open,” Silk Sonic
The debut single of the incredible Silk Sonic duo, Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak.
Song of the Year
“Leave The Door Open,” Silk Sonic
The debut single of the incredible Silk Sonic duo, Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak.
Album of the Year
We Are,” Jon Batiste
Jon Batiste’s eighth studio album; the first Black artist to win the award since 2008.
Best New Artist
Olivia Rodrigo
American singer and songwriter who has rapidly gained traction in the music industry with hit songs such as “traitor” and “Drivers License.”
Best Pop Solo Performance
“Drivers License,” Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia Rodrigo’s top song in her “Sour” album, topping charts and breaking records, like becoming the fastest song to reach 100 million streams on Spotify.
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Best Pop Duo or Group Performance
“Kiss Me More,” Doja Cat feat. SZA
Pop song by Doja Cat, featuring SZA, which is in her third studio album Planer Her.
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album
“Love for Sale,” Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga’s second collaborative album, released on September 30, 2021
Best Pop Vocal Album
“Sour,” Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia Rodrigo’s fiery debut album released on May 21, 2021.
Best Dance Recording
“Alive,” Rüfüs Du Sol
The leading single song from “Surrender.”
Best Rap Album
“Call Me If You Get Lost,” Tyler, the Creator
Tyler’s sixth studio album released on June 25, 2021.
Best Rap Performance
“Family Ties,” Baby Keem, Kendrick Lamar
Released on August 27 2021, Family ties quickly rose the charts.
Best Rap Song
“Jail,” Kanye West, Jay-Z
Kanye West’s single from his tenth studio album, Donda, released in 2021.
Best Latin Pop Album
“Mendó,” Alex Cuba
Cuba’s album Mendo, released in 2021.
Best Musica Urbana Album
“El Último Tour Del Mundo,” Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny’s trap and reggaeton album which presents a myriad of music styles.
Best American Roots Performance
“Cry,” Jon Batiste
Batiste’s single from “We Are”, which presents the lyrics in an accentuating tone.
Best R&B Performance
“Leave The Door Open,” Silk Sonic – TIED
The debut single of the incredible Silk Sonic duo, Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak.
Blutiful Jazmine Sullivan was a featured performer. (Photo: Courtesy of the NAACP)
“Pick Up Your Feelings,” Jazmine Sullivan – TIED
Second song from Sullivan’s debut, released on November 20, 2020.
Best R&B Song
“Leave The Door Open,” Silk Sonic
The debut single of the incredible Silk Sonic duo, Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak.
Best R&B Album
“Heaux Tales,” Jazmine Sullivan
Jazmine Sullivan’s album which features many notable artists like H.E.R.; released January 8, 2021.
Best Reggae Album
“Beauty in the Silence”, Soja
Soja’s album, released September 24, 2021.
Best Gospel Album
Believe For It: CeCe Winans
Released on March 12, 2021, Believe for It presents a symbolic anthem for the gospel.
Best Roots Gospel Album
My Savior, Carrie Underwood
Underwood’s first gospel album was released on March 26, 2021.
Best Gospel Performance/ Song
“Never Lost,” CeCe Winans
Cece Winans’ top song in her outstanding album, Believe For IIt.
