The 2025 Grammys is making sure artists' legacies live on.
During the ceremony at Los Angeles' Crypto.com arena on Feb. 2, the Recording Academy took a moment to honor members of the music industry who have passed away over the last year, which included Quincy Jones, Liam Payne, Toby Keith, Rich Homie Quan and Cissy Houston.
For the touching performance, Chris Martin sang a piano rendition of Coldplay's song "All My Love" while photos of aritsts who lost their lives appeared on the screen behind him.
And Quincy—who died in November 2024 at age 91— received a special salute during the "In Memoriam" segment, with several artists performing songs produced or written by the music icon.
At one point during the moving tribute introduced by Will Smith, Cynthia Erivo—wearing a billowing black gown—sang a rendition of "Fly Me to the Moon," which earned approval from Queen Latifah, Beyoncé and Jay-Z in the crowd.
Country star Lainey Wilson then hit the stage to sing a rockin' rendition of "Let The Good Times Roll," before Stevie Wonder entered the spotlight with a tribute of "We Are the World."
"Quincy was always there to help, like when I produced this next anthem written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie," he shared. "This song fed millions of people in Ethiopia."
"We are still the world," he added, "and I say to you, we are still the children."
Janelle Monáe, clad in a suit and loafers with an "I heart QJ" tee, closed out the segment with an electric version of "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."
And legendary musicians weren't the only ones who were honored during the award show, which was hosted by Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year.
The event also celebrated the spirit of Los Angeles and recognized the bravery of its first responders in light of the tragic wildfires that broke out in the city earlier this month, burning over 40,000 acres, killing 29 people and destroying the homes of thousands, including Paris Hilton, Mandy Moore, Milo Ventimiglia and Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag.
In addition to their in-ceremony tribute, the Record Academy pledged and raised more than $4 million in emergency aid for music industry professionals affected by the natural disaster.
And many musicians—such as Jennifer Lopez, Dianne Warren and Taylor Swift—have already spoken out about the devastation caused by the fires as well.
“As so many people embark on some of the most challenging times of their lives, there are also many amazing organizations and groups banding together to help these communities rebuild,” Taylor wrote in an Instagram Story Jan. 16, alongside a list of organizations she donated to. “If you feel compelled or able to donate, please do.”
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