The 2025 GRAMMY Awards began with a heartfelt tribute to Los Angeles, honoring those affected by the recent wildfires and the brave first responders who helped. The ceremony, held on Sunday night, was not just about music—it also aimed to raise funds for MusiCares Fire Relief, supporting people impacted by the devastating fires in the Greater Los Angeles Area.
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The show opened with an energetic performance of “I Love L.A.” by Randy Newman, featuring an all-star lineup. The folk-rock band Dawes, who personally experienced losses due to the fires, led the performance. Joining them on stage were John Legend on piano, St. Vincent on keyboard, Sheryl Crow on bass, and Brittany Howard and Brad Paisley on electric guitar.
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Dawes frontman Taylor Goldsmith made the song even more special by changing some lyrics to honor the city and its heroes. He sang, “Look at this city getting back up off its knees / Look at these firefighters / Ain’t nothin’ like them nowhere.” A video montage of Los Angeles communities coming together played in the background, adding to the emotional moment.
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This year’s GRAMMYs had a bigger mission than just celebrating music. The Recording Academy and MusiCares launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort to support music professionals affected by the disaster. So far, they have raised and pledged over $4 million in emergency aid.
The 67th GRAMMY Awards proved that music can bring people together, not just for entertainment but also for healing and support. With performances like this, the night was a reminder of the strength and resilience of Los Angeles.
