Sam Smith and Kim Petras win a Grammy Award for 'Unholy' 🏆
Such a huge moment for the pair 👏
Sam Smith and Kim Petras' incredible hit 'Unholy' has won the pair a Grammy Award! They took home Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 2023 ceremony on 5th February 2023 over the likes of Ed Sheeran and Camila Cabello, Coldplay and BTS as well as Post Malone and Doja Cat.
As well as taking home the gong, Kim and Sam performed the hit to the adoring crowd - looking absolute sensational as always!
Kim Petras and Sam Smith's Grammys acceptance speech
Kim and Sam made their way to the stage together, wearing matching outfits, and Sam immediately stood back to allow Kim to make her acceptance speech, explaining: "Sam graciously wanted me to accept this award because I'm the first transgender woman to win this award."
Kim received a standing ovation at this point, going on to add: "Thank you. I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who kicked these doors open for me so I could be here tonight."
Referencing her friend Sophie who sadly passed away, Kim said: "She told me this would happen and always believed in me. Thank you so much for your inspiration. Sophie, I adore you and your inspiration will forever be in my music."
She thanked Madonna "for fighting for LGBTQ rights," and her mum, adding: "My mother believed me that I was a girl and I wouldn't be here without her and her support and everyone who believed in me to this point."
She ended by saying: "Thank you. This is a huge moment for me. Sam, Thank you. You're a true angel and hero in my life and I love you and everyone who made the song too. I love you guys so much. Sorry, I didn't write down the names! I love you, OK!"
'Unholy' reached Number 1 in the UK charts
The song reached Number 1 in the UK charts in October 2022, staying on the top spot for four weeks before a further five weeks at Number 2! The sultry banger, which was released in September, stormed up the charts to knock David Guetta and Bebe Rexha off the top spot with 'I'm Good (Blue)'.
Kim shared her excitement over the accolade by retweeting the announcement and adding the comment: 'I'm crying', and Sam shared an appreciation post on Instagram, writing: 'Truly overwhelmed & touched with all the love right now.
'This one took some courage and a village to bring to you. Massive shout out to the sensational @kimpetras you are a star & I’m so honoured to be part of your music book. To everyone involved in making and creating this unholy world, I love you. But you know this.'
The top spot achievement came the same day as the music video dropping after the song had been teased by both artists for a few weeks beforehand. Taking to their socials, Sam wrote: 'UNHOLY IS OUT NOW ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
'So excited for you to hear this it's unreal!!!! I’ve never had so much fun making a record, so I hope you can all get weird and UNHOLY to it👅 Thank you to the amazing @kimpetras for joining me on the song, loved witnessing your brilliance. And sending so much love to each and every one of you sailors. It’s us forever ⚓️ '.
Did 'Unholy' reach Number 1?
Yes, 'Unholy' has reached Number 1 in the both the UK and US. On 23rd October, the pair reached Number 1 in The UK Chart Show.
Also, in America, the pair became the first publicly non-binary and transgender soloists, respectively to get a #Hot100 Number 1.
Sam later released a statement about reaching Number 1 in the UK, they said: 'I can’t believe it. Number 1 in America. I am honestly speechless, overwhelmed, nautious and extremely happy. This song is so special to me for so many reasons and I am just so proud of everyone involved for their bravery and guts and spirit.
'I am so honoured to get to work with such incredibly talented musicians and humans. And Kim… what magic you are. You are a treasure and an inspiration to so many. Thank you for jumping with me ❤️ @kimpetras ❤️ this is ours sailors ⚓️ I do this for you and you only. What a journey. What a 10 years. What a life Xx'.
Has 'Unholy' been nominated for a BRIT Award?
Yes, Sam and Kim's collab 'Unholy' has been nominated for a Song of The Year BRIT Award in 2023.
Is there a lyric video for 'Unholy'?
Sam also shared the lyric video for 'Unholy' to YouTube. The video features the lyrics written in white, scrolling up the black screen, like the end credits to a film.
Is there a music video for 'Unholy'?
Yes, there is a music video for 'Unholy', it stars Sam Smith, and Kim Petras and was directed by Italian-Canadian film director Floria Sigismondi and choreographed by (LA)HORDE. You can see the full music video to 'Unholy' below.
Warning: This video features some sexy dancing!
Originally teasing a collab back on 20th August, Kim shared a video to TikTok featuring herself alongside Sam, singing along to a clip of their new song. Also posting the video on Instagram, Kim wrote: '???!???!!!??!??'.
Kim's video was liked by many fans and celebrities, with one fan writing: 'Iconic ❤️❤️❤️❤️', and another commenting: 'WAIT WHAT?!?!?!'
When was 'Unholy' released?
'Unholy' was released 22nd September! Sam and Kim shared a video to Instagram writing: 'UNHOLY 👅 September 22nd Pre-save / pre-add now. Link in bio'.
Where can I buy 'Unholy'?
'Unholy' is available to download from Apple Music and stream on Spotify.
Sam has had quite the career since releasing their debut album back in 2014, before going on to co-write and release ‘Writing’s On The Wall’ for the 2015 James Bond film, Spectre.
Since then, Sam has had some huge hits including 'Too Good at Goodbyes', 'Promises' with Calvin Harris, 'How Do You Sleep' and 'Diamonds', and earlier this year, Sam released 'Love Me More', with a very cute music video.
Meanwhile German singer Kim Petras has had success with songs such as 'Malibu' in 'Heart to Break'.
You can hear songs by Sam Smith on Northsound 1.
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