Lizzo’s Grammy win for Record of The Year for “Special” is a big deal in itself but do you know the crazy history behind it?
Lizzo Is The First In A Long Time
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The victory drew Lizzo on stage to share the joy and tears of her win at the 2023 Grammys. The “Truth Hurts” singer was even more impressed with herself when she realized how few black women had won in the category.
Lizzo went on to document her epic night not only did she go on to make her male debut, but she won an award and hung out with Adele all night long. He also shared interesting facts about the category he won.
“The last time a black woman won Record of the Year was Whitney Houston for ‘I Will Always Love You’… I don’t take this lightly. Thank you,” the singer wrote in his latest IG post.
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Lizzo Makes History
Yeah, it’s pretty crazy that the last time a woman of color won Record of The Year was Whitney Houston for her hit song “I Will Always Love You” in 1992 when she recorded it for the movie, Body Guard which he starred with Kevin Costner.
Let that sink in, 1992, and not one other woman of color has won in that category? It feels like a weird step backwards. Hence why Lizzo will feel so protective of the win. She shared some enviable pictures of the night; one of them holding a Grammy for ROY, another with her tablemate Adele, and a selfie with her man Myke Wright.
Lizzo’s followers and celebrity friends were also shocked to hear the news but thanked the flutist for bringing awareness to her.
Lizzo’s Black History Month Victory
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The “About Damn Time” singer was hyped in her comments from fellow singers like SZA who admitted to shouting at the top of her lungs about her friend’s win. “That high-pitched scream is me ? and I can’t believe you can hear it from across the room ??? sorry not sorry .. I’m crying. ❤️ you deserve it EVERYONE loves you.”
Lori Harvey congratulated her along with Kristen Bell, Joy Oladokun, Leighanne Pinnock, and Billy Porter. Many of her fans follow her but also remind her that a post-Whitney tribute is an honor.
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“You are an ICON very proud of you congratulations, and well deserved ❤️” wrote one fan. “And During black history month! You stay victorious,” said another fan. “You earned this s**t!” exclaimed the other.
One fan found it inspiring. “CONGRATULATIONS DESERVED!!! We are so lucky to have you and your music shape our lives. You truly make the world a better place!! ❤️”
A follower told Lizzo that the late, great Whitney would approve. “WHITNEY IS SO PROUD OF YOU.”
Besides celebrating the win, Lizzo looked like she was having the most fun at the awards ceremony. Every time the camera looked at his desk, he was laughing, laughing and having fun. How could you not when sitting next to Adele?
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