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Last week, ousted Grammys CEO Deborah Dugan took to the Grammys with a sledgehammer, alleging in an equal opportunity complaint that the Recording Academy is rife with rampant sexual misconduct, voter fraud, and racialised and gendered bias. It was a document that has already changed the music industry in a profound and irreversible way, and that probably will continue to do so in the future. Still, the Grammys, very keen to push said controversy under the rug, forged ahead with this year's award ceremony. And to the Recording Academy's credit, this year's ceremony did feature a number of spectacular performances, including memorable sets from Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Tyler, the Creator, and Ariana Grande. Watch every performance below, and see the list of winners here.
Billie Eilish delivers a haunting rendition of "when the party's over"
Ariana Grande caps off a banner year with her thank u, next medley
Usher, FKA twigs, and Shelia E. pay tribute to Prince in spectacular fashion
Alicia Keys and Boyz II Men send off Kobe Bryant with an emotive tribute
Lizzo proves she's here to stay with a Cuz I Love You medley
Rosalía leaves the world desperate for more
Tyler, the Creator and Boyz II Men cause an "EARFQUAKE"
Lil Nas X, BTS, Diplo, Nas, Mason Ramsey, and Billy Ray Cyrus perform the ultimate "Old Town Road" remix
Rap legends pay tribute to Nipsey Hussle
