Two words. Kendrick Lamar. Artists who want to use their music to talk about the #blacklivesmatter movement and what it means, (ahem, Beyonce) THIS is how you do it. I’ve always liked Kendrick.  I like what he has to say and I like how he chooses to say it.  I caught myself holding my breath from the moment his performance started.  It was powerful, electrifying, and it was right on time.  Oops, sorry, I lied there is a third word and that word is HAMILTON.  I knew this musical was about President Hamilton, but I was completely unaware that it was a hip-hop musical!  I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews and now I see why.  Color me enlightened.  Chances are I won’t be able to see the play any time this millennium  but bravo to Mr. Lin-Manuel Miranda!

I usually like the Grammys because the show pairs artists together that you wouldn’t normally see share the same space otherwise. (Kendrick Lamar and Imagine Dragons anyone?) I have to be honest, the show was boring overall.  I absolutely loved Pentatonix and Stevie Wonder’s tribute to Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire, I just wish it had been longer.  I was completely underwhelmed by the Lionel Richie tribute.  To me they picked the wrong artists to participate in the tribute. Gaga gave her best David Bowie impression.  Bonnie Raitt is always amazing.  I have to say it, I’m not sure why Justin Bieber exists.  I love Andra Day and Ellie Goulding…separately.  Just my two cents 😉 What did you guys think?