Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Taylor Swift Shut Out at 2025 Grammys, But She Still Owned the Night

Taylor Swift didn’t take home a single Grammy this year. Not one. But if you think that stopped her from being the center of attention at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night, think again.

She walked in a record-setter, hoping to make history as the first artist to win Album of the Year five times. Instead, she walked out empty-handed—but smiling. Swift spent the night celebrating her peers, cheering for winners, and presenting Beyoncé with a historic award. If the Grammys were keeping score, Swift still found a way to win.

The Record She Almost Broke

Swift’s 2024 album The Tortured Poets Department was a frontrunner for Album of the Year. She had already won in the category four times (Fearless, 1989, Folklore, and Midnights), and one more would have put her in a league of her own.

The only person with five Album of the Year wins? Engineer Serban Ghenea, who mixed multiple Grammy-winning projects, including Swift’s 1989 and Midnights, Adele’s 25, and Bruno Mars’ 24K Magic. Swift was close—so close—but history will have to wait.

She was also nominated for five other awards: Best Pop Vocal Album, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Music Video, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (for “Us” with Gracie Abrams). Not a single win.

Taylor Swift Grammys 2025

Swift’s Graceful Losses

Most artists would’ve been visibly disappointed. Some might have even skipped the afterparties. But not Swift.

She was spotted in the audience enjoying the performances, clapping for her friends, and celebrating their victories. Sabrina Carpenter, one of Swift’s tourmates, was among the night’s winners, and Swift cheered her on like a proud big sister.

But the biggest moment of the night came when Swift took the stage—not as a winner, but as a presenter. She had the honor of handing Beyoncé the award for Best Country Album, making Queen Bey the first Black woman to ever win in the category. The moment was significant, and Swift handled it with her usual charm.

A Historic Nomination Streak

Even without a win, Swift’s Grammy resume keeps getting longer. With this year’s nod for Album of the Year, she became the first artist in history to receive a nomination in the category seven times.

Here’s a look at the elite group of artists who’ve come close:

Artist Album of the Year Nominations Wins
Taylor Swift 7 4
Beyoncé 6 1
Frank Sinatra 6 3
Barbra Streisand 6 1

She didn’t get the fifth win, but her name is now written into Grammy history in another way.

Where Was Travis Kelce?

One person missing from Swift’s side? Her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

Kelce was busy with Super Bowl prep, as his team is set to take the field next week for a shot at another championship. While fans speculated about whether he might make a surprise appearance, the reality of an NFL schedule made it nearly impossible.

That didn’t stop Swift from having a good time. She was seen chatting with fellow nominees, laughing with friends, and, at one point, even caught on camera vibing to the performances.

What’s Next for Swift?

With or without a Grammy win, Swift is still dominating music. She’s got a stadium tour selling out across the globe, a fanbase that treats her like a queen, and an album that’s breaking records even without the golden trophies.

And let’s be honest—she’s not done yet. If history has shown anything, it’s that Swift bounces back. She’s won before, and she’ll likely win again.

For now, she’s taking the losses in stride. After all, when you’ve already got 14 Grammys on your shelf, what’s one night without a win?

Harper Jones
Harper Jones
Harper is an experienced content writer specializing in technology with expertise in simplifying complex technical concepts into easily understandable language. He has written for prestigious publications and online platforms, providing expert analysis on the latest technology trends, making his writing popular amongst readers.

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