This Hollaback to the 2005 Grammys Is B-A-N-A-N-A-S

Beyoncé, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Fergie, Usher and Adam Levine were just some of the many celebs who got the party started 20 years ago at the 2005 Grammys. Relive all the OMG moments.

By Gabrielle Chung Feb 02, 2025 8:00 AMTags
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The bass at the 2005 Grammys kept runnin', runnin'.

After all, Fergie and the Black Eyed Peas kicked off music's biggest night 20 years ago with the smash hit "Let’s Get It Started," which was seamlessly blended into a musical medley of early aughts singles featuring Gwen Stefani—then in her Harajuku Girl era—and Eve, as well as Maroon 5, Franz Ferdinand and Los Lonely Boys.

A bevy of stars—including BonoTim McGraw and Norah Jones—also came together for a tribute to victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, performing a cover of The Beatles' "Across the Universe" that defied all music genres.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez hit the stage with her then-husband of eight months Marc Anthony for an emotional rendition of their duet "Escapemono."

But the singers—who finalized their divorce in 2014 after two kids and 10 years of marriage—weren't they only couple who stole the show at the time.

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Gwen brought along her then-husband Gavin Rossdale, while Lisa Marie Presley walked the red carpet with Michael Lockwood—who she married the following year but divorced in 2016 after giving birth to their twin daughters. (Lisa Marie died in 2024 at age 54.)

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As for winners that night, the Adam Levine and Maroon 5 cemented themselves in the industry with their Best New Artist prize.

At the same time, John Mayer picked up a Song of the Year win for "Daughters," while Alicia Keys walked away with three trophies in the Best R&B Album, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals categories. 

And in terms of the crowd, the guest list was stacked with A-list stars, including BeyoncéMatthew McConaughey and Penelope Cruz.

To relive all the Y2K fashion and the OMG moments at the 2005 Grammys, keep reading.

Beyoncé & Mario

The Destiny's Child member and the "Let Me Love You" singer arrived to the award ceremony together. 

Gwen Stefani & Eve

Then in the solo phase of her music career, the No Doubt frontwoman performed "Rich Girl" with the rapper.

Matthew McConaughey

The How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days star was more than alright, alright, alright as a presenter.

Adam Levine

The Maroon 5 rocker won his very first Grammy at the show.

Fergie

The Black Eyed Peas singer was looking fergalicious on the red carpet.

Jennifer Lopez

Eight months after her wedding to Marc Anthony, the "Jenny From the Block" artist hit the Grammys stage.

Lisa Marie Presley & Michael Lockwood

Elvis Presley's daughter and her then-boyfriend held hands during their red carpet arrival.

Alicia Keys

This girl was on fire at the 2005 show, winning three Grammys.

Tyra Banks

Wanna be on top? The America's Next Top Model judge practiced her smize on the red carpet.

Ellen DeGeneres

Then just two years into her long-running daytime talk show, the comedian appeared at the Grammys to introduce Queen Latifah.

Penelope Cruz

Y2K fashion was all the rage at the 2005 Grammys. Just ask the Vanilla Sky actress and her hat.

John Mayer

The "Daughters" singer was in wonderland after winning the Song of the Year prize.

Christina Milian

The singer dipped it low with a plunging, beaded gown at the ceremony.

Kanye West

Ye didn't let his oversized angel wings break him down during his performance of "Jesus Walks."

Gwen Stefani & Gavin Rossdale

The "Hollaback Girl" artist and the Bush frontman made a sweet escape to the Grammys.

Head to E! News' 2025 Grammys page for every wild fashion and all the talked about moments from this year's red carpet and ceremony.

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