At the 67th Grammy Awards, Beyoncé once again made history, securing three major wins, including the coveted Album of the Year, a prize that had long eluded her.
The global icon also made a groundbreaking entry into country music, becoming the first Black woman to win Best Country Album. With these wins, Beyoncé now holds a record-breaking 35 Grammy Awards, extending her lead as the most awarded artist in Grammy history.
The 2025 Grammy Awards proved to be a defining moment for Beyoncé:
- Best Country Duo/Group Performance – II MOST WANTED featuring Miley Cyrus
- Best Country Album – Making her the first Black woman to win in this category
- Album of the Year – Cementing her long-awaited victory in one of the most prestigious categories
Beyoncé’s country music success is particularly significant. Just a month before the Grammys, she was snubbed at the 2024 Country Music Awards, despite her song Texas Hold ‘Em becoming the first song by a Black woman to top the Billboard Country Music chart.
By taking home two country music Grammys, she continues to break barriers, redefining the genre and inspiring a new wave of diverse artists.
The most emotional moment of the night came when Beyoncé was finally awarded Album of the Year. Presented by members of the Los Angeles Fire Department in honor of their efforts to combat the city’s wildfires, the award marked a historic milestone.
This win makes Beyoncé the first Black woman in the 21st century to win Album of the Year, a moment that follows years of near misses despite multiple nominations.
The victory also comes after her husband, Jay-Z, publicly criticized the Grammys for failing to award Beyoncé in the category despite her groundbreaking contributions to music.
With 35 Grammy wins, Beyoncé has set a record unlikely to be broken anytime soon. Her ability to evolve across genres, dominate the global stage, and inspire generations of artists further solidifies her legacy as one of the greatest musicians of all time.
As she continues to push boundaries and create timeless music, one thing is certain, Beyoncé’s reign is far from over.
