Alright, pop culture aficionados, buckle up!
The 67th annual Grammys have come and gone, leaving behind a trail of predictable victories, jaw-dropping upsets, and enough meme-worthy moments to fuel the internet for weeks.
And then, of course, there’s Taylor Swift.
Always Taylor Swift.
But before we dive into the ‘Swiftie’verse, let’s recap the night’s biggest shocks and surprises, shall we?
Grammy Predictions: Nailed It (Mostly!)
So, how did the predictions fare?
Pretty darn well, if I do say so myself.
Out of the six General Field categories, five went exactly as foreseen.
That’s right, five!
Want a little breakdown?
- Album of the Year: Cowboy Carter – indeed, the queen reigned supreme.
- Record of the Year: Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” took the crown.
No surprise there, right? - Best New Artist: Chappell Roan – a well-deserved win!
- Producer of the Year, Non-Classical: Dan Nigro, the mastermind behind so many hits.
- Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical: Amy Allen.
And guess what?
She made history as the first woman to snag this award!
Talk about girl power!
But hey, nobody’s perfect.
There was one General Field category I missed.
More on that later… (suspenseful music playing in the background).
Snubs and Surprises: The Real Grammy Gold
Let’s face it: The Grammys wouldn’t be the Grammys without a healthy dose of snubs and upsets.
Right?
Here are some of the moments that made us gasp, cheer, and maybe even throw our remotes at the TV (don’t worry, I won’t judge).
Surprise: Sierra Ferrell’s Americana Avalanche
Okay, who had Sierra Ferrell sweeping the Americana categories on their Grammy bingo card?
Anyone?
Didn’t think so!
This rising star in the Americana world pulled off a stunning four-Grammy haul.
Her album, “Trail of Flowers,” won Best Americana Album, while its opening track, “American Dreaming,” snagged both Best Americana Performance and Best American Roots Song.
And as if that weren’t enough, “Lighthouse” also won Best American Roots Performance!
Sierra, you go girl!
Snub: Billie Eilish’s Expected Domination
Billie Eilish is usually a Grammy magnet, but this year saw her facing some unexpected competition.
Did she walk away empty-handed?
Of course not!
But the level of domination many predicted just didn’t materialize.
The Grammys, as always, had other plans.
Surprise: Residente Takes Down Bad Bunny
Hold on to your hats, because this one’s a doozy!
Residente’s “Las Letras Ya No Importan” won Best Música Urbana Album, dethroning none other than Bad Bunny, whose “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana” was a Billboard 200 chart-topper.
This is Bunny’s first loss in the category, after wins in 2022 and 2023.
Talk about an upset!
Snub: Jack Antonoff’s Producer Streak Ends
Jack Antonoff went 0-for-6 last night!
Ouch!
The 11-time Grammy winner was denied a nomination in the category that he seemed destined to win for the fourth year in a row: Producer of the Year, Non-Classical.
Better luck next year, Jack!
Snub: André 3000’s Alternative Jazz Dream
André 3000’s “New Blue Sun” was nominated for Album of the Year and Best Alternative Jazz Album.
While few expected it to win the big prize, most folks figured it would take home the alternative jazz Grammy.
But alas, it wasn’t to be.
The award went to Meshell Ndegeocello’s “No More Water / The Gospel of James Baldwin.”
And here’s a fun fact: Ndegeocello accepted her award wearing a sweatshirt emblazoned with “Andre 3000 Live in Person.” Talk about a shout-out!
André himself announced he wouldn’t be at the show, stating, “Unfortunately, I’m not able to attend…
but some of the New Blue Sun musicians, friends and supporters will be in attendance.” Class act!
Surprise: Rapsody Featuring Erykah Badu Steal the Show
Rapsody featuring Erykah Badu’s “3AM” won Best Melodic Rap Performance, a category most thought would go to Beyoncé featuring Linda Martell and Shaboozey for “Spaghettii.” Many learned of Martell’s compelling story through Cowboy Carter a talented Black country singer who was thwarted in her career in the late 1960s because of the less open attitudes of that era.
The Grammys are full of surprises, aren’t they?
Snub: Metallica’s Metal Reign Interrupted
Metallica has dominated the Best Metal Performance category for years, winning it seven times.
Many expected them to win again with “Screaming Suicide,” but Gojira, Marina Viotti & Victor Le Masne took home the gold for “Mea Culpa.” This is only the second time Metallica has lost in this category.
The first time was back in 1996 when Nine Inch Nails beat them with “Happiness in Slavery.” Talk about a throwback!
Gojira’s had a great year, though!
They performed at the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony in Paris.
Not a bad gig, eh?
Surprise: Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band Beat an EGOT Winner
When John Legend’s “My Favorite Dream” was nominated for Best Children’s Music Album, it seemed like game over.
How do you compete with an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony winner)?
But Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band proved that voters aren’t always swayed by the biggest name, winning for “Brillo, Brillo!” Proof that anything can happen on Grammy night!
Snub: Prince’s Posthumous Honor Denied
Prince was chosen to receive a lifetime achievement award, but “Diamonds and Pearls Super Deluxe Edition,” a reissue of the group’s 1991 album, lost Best Historical Album to “Centennial” by King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Band and Various Artists.
Even in memoriam, the Grammys can be unpredictable!
Surprise: Taylor Eigsti’s Instrumental Victory
Eigsti’s “Plot Armour” won Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, beating genre star Béla Fleck.
Fleck even performed on the Premiere Ceremony, hinting at a possible win.
Guess not!
Sometimes the underdogs come out on top, right?
Snub: “The Greatest Night in Pop” Gets Upstaged
Jon Batiste’s “American Symphony” won Best Music Film, beating “The Greatest Night in Pop,” a Netflix film about the making of “We Are the World.” Remember that humanitarian anthem?
It swept four Grammys 39 years ago.
Lionel Richie, who won Song of the Year for that hit, was even nominated here as one of the video producers.
Even legendary tales can’t guarantee a win!
The “T” That Shook the Super Bowl: Taylor’s Sentimental Statement
Okay, now for the moment you’ve all been waiting for: Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl appearance!
But it wasn’t just her presence that grabbed headlines.
It was *that* necklace.
Just before kickoff, Swift debuted a ‘T’ necklace with a startling, sentimental detail.
She appeared to repurpose the chain she wore to the Grammys as a necklace, wrapping it twice around her neck like a choker.
Of all the meaningful pieces she could choose for her boyfriend’s biggest game of the year, it’s a particularly special one – Swift co-designed the piece with the jewelry designer before last week’s red carpet.
Back at the Grammys, Swift wrapped the piece around her upper thigh in an apparent reference to the “Tortured Poets Department” song “Guilty as Sin?”, coordinating with a ruby red Vivienne Westwood dress.
What a statement, right?
The ‘T’ necklace was one of a few red pieces – alongside a Givenchy bag and Retrouvai ruby ring – punctuating a crisp white blazer by Saint Laurent, white tank top, and jean shorts.
Swift and stylist Joseph Cassell Falconer let the necklace shine under relatively understated attire, including a bouncy blowout.
Smart move!
Lorraine Schwartz, the designer, revealed that the ‘T’ necklace/chain was almost entirely Swift’s vision, saying, “She has ideas that she really wants to bring to life, and then we help her bring it to life in our jewels.”
Taylor Swift has peppered her outfits with pointed references to her relationship here and there.
At the 2024-2025 season opener, she chose a pair of diamond earrings from the label Three Stories named the “Long Love” – a sweet nod to her bond with Kelce.
Rubies and pink diamonds from David Yurman, Retrouvai, Effy Jewelry, Mejuri, and among countless other brands have also helped Swift show her Chiefs pride down to her fingertips throughout the season.
Now that’s dedication!
Last year’s Super Bowl allowed Swift to let her supportive WAG flag fly.
Her jewelry stack included an ’87’ pendant by Stephanie Gottleib and a romantic red heart earring by The Last Line.
Swift’s lineup of earrings also included a tiny Jacquie Aiche ‘T’ pavé diamond hoop standing for both Taylor and Travis.
Adorable!
Kelce seems to support Swift’s jewelry wardrobe and even picks out icy pieces to help her make the whole place shimmer.
In January, reports surfaced that the Chiefs tight end had gifted his pop star girlfriend a bracelet lined with diamonds.
That piece also appeared in her Super Bowl outfit alongside a few more sentimental moments, but even if it hadn’t, there was plenty of Bejeweled to go around.
Always!
The Grammys Red Carpet: A Crimson Message?
Swift sent temperatures soaring in a sizzling red Vivienne Westwood dress that appeared to contain a message for her boyfriend at the Grammys.
The skimpy scarlet mini dress included a risqué detail that eagle-eyed fans noticed: a chain draped over her left thigh that featured a jeweled red ‘T’, possibly representing her boyfriend.
Taylor’s red dress was covered in tiny ruby jewels that glittered in the light.
It featured a corseted midriff, and the singer-songwriter had a plunging ruched neckline that transitioned into a single shoulder strap.
Swift, who is reportedly 5ft10in, towered in a pair of glowing red open-toe stilettos that strapped around her ankles.
She also had her nails painted crimson to match her outfit, and she sported an enormous ruby ring on her right middle finger.
Her jewelry was supplied by Lorraine Schwartz, and she worked with the celebrity jeweler to design her ‘T’ chain.
She added another red stone on her left middle finger, as well as earrings with a chandelier-like array of red jewels.
The hitmaker completed her red theme with a splash of scarlet lipstick, and she styled her gorgeous blond hair with chic full bangs and thick waves cascading down her partially exposed back.
Does she ever miss?
I think not!
2025 Grammy Winners: The Full List (Highlights!)
Want a quick rundown of some of the night’s biggest winners?
Here you go!
- Record Of The Year: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us
- Song Of The Year: Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us
- Best Pop Solo Performance: Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
- Best Pop Vocal Album: Sabrina Carpenter – Short n Sweet
- Album Of The Year: Beyonce earned top honor Album Of The Year for Cowboy Carter
- Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical: Dan Nigro
Beyonce is the most-nominated artist, with 11 nods, including Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter.
Behind Beyonce, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, and Kendrick Lamar tie with seven nominations each.
Now that’s an impressive list!
Women dominated the Album of the Year category, the top Grammy honor.
Will this trend continue?
Only time will tell!
Final Thoughts: What Does It All Mean?
So, what’s the takeaway from this whirlwind of Grammy surprises and Super Bowl style statements?
It’s simple: the entertainment world is as unpredictable as ever.
From surprise wins to bold fashion choices, these moments remind us that pop culture is a constantly evolving landscape.
And Taylor Swift?
Well, she continues to be a force to be reckoned with, both on and off the stage.
What will she do next?
I, for one, can’t wait to find out!
Decoding the Swiftieverse: Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl necklace significant?
Taylor Swift’s ‘T’ necklace, co-designed by her and Lorraine Schwartz, carries sentimental weight.
She repurposed the chain, worn initially to the Grammys, symbolizing her relationship and support for Travis Kelce.
What were the biggest surprises at the Grammys this year?
Sierra Ferrell’s sweep of the Americana categories and Residente’s win over Bad Bunny in the Best Música Urbana Album category were among the night’s biggest surprises.
Did Taylor Swift win any Grammys in 2025 according to this article?
The article mentions Beyonce winning Album of the Year, Kendrick Lamar winning Record and Song of the Year, and Sabrina Carpenter winning Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album, but Taylor Swift is not explicitly listed as a winner in this summary.
Taylor’s Reign Continues: A Wrap-Up of Grammy Glamour and Super Bowl Style
From Grammy snubs to Super Bowl bling, the entertainment world remains captivatingly unpredictable.
Taylor Swift’s influence, both on stage and in style, solidifies her status as a cultural icon.
As trends evolve and surprises unfold, her journey continues to intrigue and inspire.
Dive Deeper: Next Steps for Pop Culture Enthusiasts
- Stay tuned for more updates on Taylor Swift’s upcoming projects and appearances.
- Explore the music of the Grammy winners and nominees.
- Follow pop culture news for the latest trends and surprises.
