“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar, songwriter

Host Trevor Noah shared that $7 million dollars has already been raised from viewers at home. He said this number does not include those in the audience at the ceremony.

Alicia Keys received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, which was established in 2023 to recognize artists who have demonstrated far-reaching influence beyond music.

“I always had to fight for a certain level of respect as a songwriter, a composer, and especially a producer,” Keys said onstage. “It’s strange that we don’t think of women as producers … but female producers have always powered the industry.”

Keys, a 17-time Grammy winner, scored her latest award earlier tonight for best musical theater album.

She also gave a nod to the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion — a political message at a time when President Donald Trump’s administration is calling for the rollback of DEI programs.

“This is not the time to shut down the diversity of voices we’ve seen on this stage: talented, hard working people from different backgrounds, with different points of view. And it changes the game,” Keys said. “DEI is not a threat, it’s a gift.”

Miley Cyrus is the latest presenter to mention the 13,000 voting members who pick Grammy winners.

Harvey Mason Jr., the CEO of the Recording Academy, had mentioned it earlier in the evening when talking about how revamped the process is, including that 40% of voters are people of color and more than 60% are new this year.

Shortly after taking home a Grammy for best Latin pop album, Shakira took the stage to perform a medley of her hits “Ojos Así” and her hit “Music Sessions, Vol. 53” with Argentinian producer Bizarrap.

She was introduced by Latin music icon Gloria Estefan, who said it was "a full circle moment" since she helped her break into the mainstream 25 years ago.

"In any language, she is a superstar," Estefan said.

“We’re gonna dedicate this one to the city,” Kendrick Lamar said while accepting his record of the year award. He also dedicated his award to his late aunt, whom he said died yesterday.

The rapper went on to give a shout out a slew of neighborhoods across Los Angeles.

“I can’t give enough thanks to these places that I rolled around since high school, you know. And most importantly, the people and the families out in the Palisades and Altadena. This is the true testament that we can continue to restore the city.”

It’s Lamar’s fourth win of the night.

“Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar

Coldplay's Chris Martin performed the in memoriam tribute, with Grace Bowers accompanying him on guitar.

Among the first to be featured in the tribute was the late One Direction singer Liam Payne, who died in October at age 31 after falling from a hotel in Argentina.

Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga took the stage together to accept the award for best pop duo/group performance for "Die with a Smile."

In the speech, Lady Gaga took the chance to express support for trans people, marking one of the most political moments of the night.

"I just want to say tonight, trans people are not invisible. Trans people deserve love. The queer community deserves to be lifted up," Lady Gaga said. "Music is love."

Before her statement, Mars and Gaga exchanged words in appreciation of each other.

Bruno Mars said he is "honored to be a part of this song with you," referring to Lady Gaga and "honored to have a small part in your giant musical legacy."

In return, Gaga called him a "musician for the ages," adding, "I don't know music without Bruno."