Lennox also used her performance to call for a ceasefire in the Middle East.
The “In Memoriam” segment is a staple at the Grammy Awards. Every year, artists who died in the previous year (or shortly before the awards) are honored – this year including the Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor.
In honor of the musician, Annie Lennox performed O’Connor’s biggest hit (written by Prince) “Nothing Compares 2 U” at the 66th Grammy Awards on February 4, 2024. The former Eurythmics singer was accompanied by Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman, both former members of Prince & The Revolution. Lennox also used her appearance for a political appeal. “Artists for ceasefire!” she shouted with her fist raised – and added: “Peace in the world!”
Commemoration of MacGowan, Bacharach & Co.
Other performers in the “In Memoriam” segment included Stevie Wonder, Fantasia Barrino and Jon Batiste.
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In addition to O’Connor, artists such as Jimmy Buffett, Shane MacGowan, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Tugoy the Dove, Ahmad Jamal, Andy Rourke, Rudolph Isley, Mary Weiss, Burt Bacharach, Gangsta Boo, Les McCann, Denny Laine were also remembered that evening , Chita Rivera, Jane Birkin, Wayne Kramer, David Lindley, Randy Meisner, Charlie Robison, Michael Rhodes, Gary Rossington, Gary Wright, Terry Kirkman, George Winston, Melanie, Jean Knight, Rodriquez, Marlena Shaw, Russell Batiste Jr., Rita Lee, Bobby Caldwell, Aaron Spears, Magoo and Gordon Lightfoot.
That was the 2024 Grammys
Phoebe Bridgers took home the most Grammys that evening: she shared three of them with Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker from her band Boygenius. In addition to Killer Mike, SZA, Victoria Monét and the “Barbie” soundtrack each received three awards. Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift were also happy: they each received two trophies.