The 2024 Grammys proved that Jay-Z spoke the truth

Save for a bold speech by Jay-Z and a moving Joni Mitchell set, things went so smoothly during the Grammys ceremony that critic Lorraine Ali found herself longing for the messiness of the past.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment February 05, 2024 Review: Jay-Z spoke the truth at the Grammys. The rest of the show made it sorely obvious Jay-Z's comments about who gets overlooked by the Grammys interrupted regularly scheduled programming in a ceremony that badly needed it. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Taylor Swift makes history (again) with Grammy for album of the year; Celine Dion presents award in emotional moment Taylor Swift won album of the year at the 2024 Grammy Awards, setting a new record for the most wins by an artist in the ceremony's most prestigious category. SHARE       READ MORE The 2024 Grammys winners list Grammy winners list: Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Victoria Monét, SZA and Billie Eilish led the 66th Grammy Awards. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT All the looks from the 2024 Grammys red carpet The best looks from the 2024 Grammy Awards, from Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus to Dua Lipa and Billie Eilish. SHARE       READ MORE All the best and worst moments of the 2024 Grammys, as they happened Read our complete coverage of the 2024 Grammy Awards, including the night's top winners, an unforgettable In Memoriam segment, Taylor Swift's new album and more. SHARE       READ MORE 'Argylle' tops box office, but fails to pack any sock The spy thriller "Argylle," starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell and Henry Cavill, led another slow box office weekend; the faith-based streaming series "The Chosen" finished second. SHARE       READ MORE Where to stream Carl Weathers' essential movies and TV shows Carl Weathers, the actor whose memorable roles in films such as "Rocky," "Predator" and "The Mandalorian" made him a sought-after star, died Thursday. Here's where you can stream some of his essential work. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes‌.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2024, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway El Segundo, CA 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. You received this email because you opted to receive email communications from Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences • Manage email alert subscriptions or unsubscribe • Terms of Service • Privacy Policy • Do Not Sell My Personal Information • CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW