The biggest night in music brought history-making wins, unexpected upsets, and some pure chaos. Kendrick Lamar dominated with five awards, including Song of the Year and Record of the Year for “Not Like Us,” proving that a diss track can be both a cultural moment and an award-winning masterpiece. Beyoncé finally secured Album of the Year for “Cowboy Carter,” breaking the streak of past snubs and redefining country music in the process. Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX claimed well-earned victories in pop, Doechii made history with Best Rap Album, and Chappell Roan’s Best New Artist win came with a much-needed industry callout. Taylor Swift, for once, went home empty-handed, and Drake’s legal battles over his Kendrick feud only made the night’s biggest wins feel even more like a mic drop.

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