GRAMMY Rewind: Bobby McFerrin

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GRAMMY Rewind: Bobby McFerrin Humbly Wins Best Jazz Vocal Performance In 1987

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch Bobby McFerrin humbly win Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male at the 29th GRAMMY Awards in 1987 for "'Round Midnight"
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Apr 16, 2021 - 11:04 am

The first thing you’ll notice is Miles Davis' blindingly metallic xylophone shirt. (Even when viewing it through your computer screen, consider wearing shades as thick as his.)

Then, his co-presenter, the Latin legend Rubén Blades announces the winner of Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male: Bobby McFerrin, for "'Round Midnight." Even the impassive Davis cracks a smile at the news.

GRAMMY Rewind: Bobby McFerrin Wins In 1987

In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch a clean-cut and humble Bobby McFerrin—who, by now, has won 10 GRAMMYs and been nominated for 18—accept the golden gramophone at the 29th GRAMMY Awards in 1987. 

After he breaks into a bit of his signature scatting slap-bass, McFerrin delivers an elegant speech about how a GRAMMY is simply the tip of the iceberg of the reward of artistic fulfillment. Check out the speech above and watch more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind here.

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GRAMMY Rewind: Watch Al Jarreau Astonishedly Win Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male In 1982

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch the legendary jazz singer Al Jarreau win Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male at the 24th GRAMMY Awards for his version of Dave Brubeck’s "Blue Rondo a la Turk"
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Apr 23, 2021 - 11:11 am

The emotions that flicker across Al Jarreau’s face say it all. When presenters Chuck Mangione and Harry James tell him he won Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male, at the 1982 GRAMMY Awards show, he can barely contain the joy welling up from within.

To a horn fanfare of the tune that Jarreau won the GRAMMY for—Dave Brubeck’s meter-shifting classic "Blue Rondo a la Turk"—the jazz singer expresses his profound appreciation for the honor, even singing along to the Turkish-inspired melody.

Jazz Singer Al Jarreau Wins In 1982 | GRAMMY Rewi

In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, turn back the clock and watch Jarreau deliver his speech at the 24th GRAMMY Awards. "God bless you all for hanging in there with me," he tells the audience. Several silent, astonished seconds pass: For once, words fail the legendary singer.

Watch Jarreau’s heartfelt speech above and click here to view more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind.

GRAMMY Rewind: Bobby McFerrin Humbly Wins Best Jazz Vocal Performance In 1987

GRAMMY Rewind: Esperanza Spalding

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GRAMMY Rewind: Esperanza Spalding Elatedly Wins Best New Artist In 2011

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch jazz singer/bassist/composer Esperanza Spalding win Best New Artist in 2011 while visibly on cloud nine
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Apr 9, 2021 - 9:30 am

It’s fascinating to revisit the tableau of Best New Artist nominees back in 2011—Justin Bieber, Drake, Florence & The Machine, Mumford & Sons. Especially when John Legend announces jazz luminary Esperanza Spalding’s underdog victory.

Spalding is visibly touched and elated by the win. "Thank you to the Academy for even nominating me in this category," she says, beaming, with a hint of awe. Spalding then goes on to shout out everyone who made this possible—including her family, colleagues and teachers.

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, revisit this quintessential GRAMMY moment where Spalding delivers a heartfelt speech and kicks off the rest of her career.

Check out the video above and watch more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind here.

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GRAMMY Rewind: Watch Coldplay Graciously Win Record Of The Year For "Clocks" In 2004

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch Coldplay deliver an understated speech at the 46th GRAMMY Awards after winning Record Of The Year for "Clocks"
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Jul 2, 2021 - 9:54 am

Now that Coldplay is a stadium-filling band with seven GRAMMY wins and 30 GRAMMY nominations,"Clocks" is arguably their signature song.

This development wasn't predestined, though; it was the product of the band's keen writing and arranging as well as producer Ken Nelson's canny decision-making. 

It paid off in dividends in 2004 when the band accepted Record Of The Year for "Clocks" at the 46th GRAMMY Awards from presenters Michael McDonald and Mary J. Blige.

Watch Coldplay Win ROTY For "Clocks" In 2004

In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, roll back the time and watch the band accept the honor with their trademark humility. At the end, singer Chris Martin throws their weight behind a certain presidential candidate and departs with a polite and very British "Thanks, bye!"

Check out the charming throwback clip above and click here to enjoy more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind.

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GRAMMY Rewind: Watch Ellen DeGeneres Perform Goofy, Lovable "Ellen's GRAMMY Song" With All-Star Band

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In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, watch host Ellen DeGeneres sing a song especially for the 39th GRAMMY Awards with Chaka Khan, Sheila E., Bonnie Raitt, and other superstars
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Jun 25, 2021 - 4:08 pm

It's one thing to host the GRAMMYs; it's another to get a namesake song at the ceremony. Then, it's entirely another to have Chaka Khan, Bonnie Raitt, Sheila E., Shawn Colvin, and Meshell Ndegeocello jam on it.

"Hello, Madison Square Garden! Hello, TV audience! Hey, Billy Bob Thornton!" host Ellen DeGeneres crows in front of the band while they vamp on a funky groove. "It's so good to be hosting for a second year!"

GRAMMY Rewind: Ellen DeGeneres Performs

In the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, travel back in time to 1997 and soak up every last ad-lib, groovy breakdown and silly dance move as Degeneres and her all-women band rock the 39th GRAMMY Awards.

Watch the feel-good clip above and click here to enjoy more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind.

GRAMMY Rewind: Watch Al Jarreau Astonishedly Win Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male In 1982