Politics and neo-funk music are what defined the recently concluded Grammys yesterday night. From heart rending group performances to thought-provoking speeches, the biggest awards night for music left us with significant feelings of astonishment and inspiration. Here are its major highlights!

1.) Bruno Mars bagged six awards, which included Album of the Year (24K Magic), Record of the Year (24K Magic), and Song of the Year (That`s What I Like).

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2.) Khalid, Logic, and Alessia Cara perform 1-800-273-8255, in which the title denotes the phone number of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

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3.) Janelle Monae`s speech on Times Up Movement before introducing Kesha`s performance.

4.) Kesha performs Praying along with Bebe Rexha, Cyndi Lauper, Camila Coelho, Andra Day, and Julia Michaels to reflect on MeToo movement.

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5.) The Brothers Osborne along with Maren Morris and Eric Church perform Eric Clapton`s Tears in Heaven to pay tribute to the victims of the Las Vegas shooting last year.

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6.) Alessia Cara becomes the first Canadian to win Best New Artist.

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7.) Camila Cabello gives a powerful speech on DREAMers or immigrants chasing the American Dream.

8.) U2`s performs underneath the Statue of Liberty to support pro-immigration theme.

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9.) Blue Ivy`s golden moment of hushing her parents Beyoncé and Jay-Z.

For the full list winners, click here.

By: Franz Tabora

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