The Proof is in the Performance

At the conclusion of the Roc Nation brunch, the all-star guestlist parted ways to go get dolled up in their finest designer duds, only to meet again later during the Grammy Awards ceremony. Less about pomp and circumstance this year, fans were actually just excited to witness the outcome of the Beyoncé and Adele nominee showdown, and of course those precious moments featuring Beyoncé’s biggest fan, the always adorable Chance the Rapper. 

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Mother-to-be Beyoncé took it easy on the dance moves but refused to give up the dramatics of her set consisting of “Love Drought” and “Sandcastles.” Emerging from the stage as an ethereal goddess, surrounded by holographic dancers, flowing silks and stunning visuals. A dangerous chair-leaning stunt was even implemented as a means of ensuring that the audience was paying close attention. Queen Bey took home an astounding nine awards, making her the first female to ever be nominated across four different categories (rock, rap, pop, and urban contemporary) in the same year.

Poor Adele just can’t catch a break. For a second year, the soulful singer had a slight hiccup with her sound. As she began to sing her melodic rendition of “Fastlove” in honor of the late George Michael, she realized about one minute in that she was singing in the wrong key and stopped the performance. “I know it’s live TV — I’m sorry I can’t do it again, like last year. I’m sorry for swearing. I’m sorry for starting again. Can we please start it again? I’m sorry — I cant mess this up for him. I’m sorry, I’m sorry for swearing! I’m really sorry. Sorry.” The band started up again, and Adele continued on flawlessly to the continuous applause and cheers of her fellow musicians. By the end of the night, she walked away with a whopping five Grammys to add to her already large collection, dedicating the last one to a tearful Beyoncé.

Everyone loves Chance the Rapper, and on Sunday night he finally gained the recognition that The Academy owed him. Representing for the Rap category, the Chicago-native was up for seven nominations, taking home three well-deserved trophies for Best New Artist, Best Rap Performance for "No Problem" and Best Rap Album for Coloring Book before the show ended. His win for Coloring Book was one of the first steps into a new era of categories for the Grammys, due to its streaming-only status. Up until now, only traditionally released, physical albums were eligible for consideration.