Liniker makes history at the 2022 Latin Grammys

The 2022 Latin Grammy Awards, which took place Thursday night (11/17) in Las Vegas, marked a historic win for Liniker, who became the first Brazilian transgender artist to win the award.

The 27-year-old singer and actress, star of the series “Manhãs de Setembro”, won the category of Best Brazilian Popular Music Album with “Indigo Borboleta Anil”.

In her speech, Liniker drew attention to the feat: “Hello. I’m Liniker, I’m a Brazilian singer, songwriter and actress and today something historic happens in the history of my country. It’s the first time a transgender artist has won a Grammy”.

“Thanks so much to all my team, who have been with me since the beginning, dreaming of me. Thanks to my producers, to all the songwriters who have worked with me on this album. I am very happy. Thank you very much” , he concluded.

Several other Brazilian artists were honored during the event, including Ludmilla, Alceu Valença, Erasmo Carlos, Marisa Monte and Chitãozinho & Xororó. Among the international highlights, Puerto Rican reggaeton star Bad Bunny was the trophies champion, with four wins.

In addition, the Grammy paid tribute to Gal Costa, who passed away last week, with the participation of Anitta and the dedication of the ceremony to the Brazilian artist.

With images of the singer displayed on screen during the ceremony and to the tune of “Chuva de Prata”, Anitta said: “A few days ago, an iconic figure passed away. Funny, unique and infinitely talented. We will miss you dearly and this show it’s for you. . We will honor you with more songs. Gal, we will never forget you.” The Brazilian was accompanied by the Mexican Thalía, who recalled the Lifetime Achievement Award received by Gal Costa at the 2011 Latin Grammy Awards.

Check out Liniker’s speech below, the tribute to Gal, and the 2022 Latin Grammy winners list.

Congratulations! @Liniker Best Brazilian Popular Music Album 🎶👏👏👏 #LatinGRAMMY pic.twitter.com/pgaHqoK0yS

— The Latin Recording Academy / Latin GRAMMYs (@LatinGRAMMYs) November 17, 2022

Anitta in honor of Gal Costa al #LatinGRAMMY pic.twitter.com/tpOiMMao2n

— Anitta Media lives | Fan Account (@anittamedialive) November 18, 2022

Best New Artist

Angela Alvarez and Silvana Estrada (tie)

Best Pop Song

“The Guerilla of Concordia” – Jorge Drexler

“Red Tacones” – Sebastián Yatra

Best urban fusion/interpretation

“Titi Me Pregunto” – Bad Bunny

Best interpretation of reggaeton

“Yonaguni” – Bad bunny

Best Urban Song

“Titi Me Pregunto” – Bad Bunny

Best Rap/Hip Hop Song

“De Museo” – Bad Bunny

Best Instrumental Album

“Maxixe Samba Groove” – ​​​​​​Hamilton de Holland

Best Christian Music Album (Portuguese Language)

“Groove Lab” – Eli Soares

Best Contemporary Pop Album (Portuguese Language)

“Yes yes yes” – bullet wish

Best Rock or Alternative Music Album (Portuguese Language)

“The future belongs to… Jovem Guarda” – Erasmo Carlos

Best album of samba or pagodas

“Numanice 2” – Ludmilla

Best Brazilian Popular Music Album

“Indigo Butterfly Indigo” – Liniker

Best Country Music Album

“Chitãozinho & Xororó: Legacy” – Chitãozinho and Xororó

Best Song (Portuguese Language)

“Sardinian wind” – Marisa Monte and Jorge Drexler

Best Rock Album (Spanish Language)

“Unas Vacaciones Raras” – Él Mato A Un Policía Motorizado

Best Rock Song (Spanish Language)

“Lo Mejor de Nuestras Vidas” – Fito Paez

Best Pop/Rock Album (Spanish Language)

“Los Años Salvajes” – Fito Paez

Best Portuguese Language Roots Album

“Lady Road” – Alceu Valencia

Best Pop/Rock Song (Spanish Language)

“Babel” – Fito Paez and Carlos Vives

Best Alternative Music Album

“Motomami” – Rosalia

Best Alternative Song (Spanish Language)

“El Día que Estrenaste El Mundo” – Jorge Drexler

Best Tropical Song

“Suitcase” – Marc Anthony

Best Pop Vocal Album

“Dharma” – Sebastian Yatra

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