It was a Grammy Awards show in which female artists were given top billing.
Kacey Musgraves won four awards at the Grammys - including album of the year for Golden Hour, while Cardi B became the first solo woman to win best rap album.
Musgraves spoke about the importance of music as she accepted one of her awards.
Lady Gaga won three prizes, including best pop duet for Shallow, from the movie A Star is Born - and she referenced its focus on mental health issues.
Dua Lipa won best new artist and spoke about feeling "nervous and grateful" as she accepted her award,
Former US First Lady Michelle Obama also made a surprise appearance and spoke about the unifying power of music.


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