The 2025 BRIT Awards marked a memorable evening in the music industry, with Charli XCX stealing the spotlight by securing five prestigious awards.
Charli XCX accolades included Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for her critically acclaimed album “Brat,” along with Song of the Year for her hit collaboration “Guess” with Billie Eilish.
Key Highlights and Winners:
- Charli XCX’s Historic Night: Dominating the awards, Charli XCX’s haul included some of the night’s most coveted trophies, underscoring her impact and popularity in the current music scene.
- Chappell Roan’s International Acclaim: American singer Chappell Roan received the Best International Artist award and won Best International Song for her track “Good Luck, Babe!”
- Fontaines D.C. Takes Home Group Award: The Irish punk band Fontaines D.C. secured the Best International Group award, reinforcing their status in the global music industry.
- Sabrina Carpenter’s Global Recognition: In a groundbreaking achievement, Sabrina Carpenter received the Global Success Award, becoming the first international artist to win this distinction.
- Tribute to Liam Payne: The ceremony paid homage to the late music icon Liam Payne and celebrated his lasting legacy in the music world.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| British Album of the Year | Charli XCX – Brat |
| Song of the Year | Charli XCX ft. Billie Eilish – Guess |
| British Artist of the Year | Charli XCX |
| Best Alternative/Rock Act | Sam Fender |
| British Group of the Year | Ezra Collective |
| Best Pop Act | Jade |
| Best R&B Act | Raye |
| Best Dance Act | Charli XCX |
| Best Hip-Hop/Grime/Rap Act | Stormzy |
| International Artist of the Year | Chappell Roan |
| International Group of the Year | Fontaines D.C |
| Best New Artist | The Last Dinner Party |
| Best International Song | Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe! |
| Rising Star Award | Myles Smith |
| Songwriter of the Year | Charli XCX |
| Producer of the Year | AG Cook |
| Global Success Award | Sabrina Carpenter |
The 2025 BRIT Awards celebrated individual achievements and highlighted global music’s dynamic and evolving landscape. With performances and tributes that resonated with audiences worldwide, the event underscored the universal language of music and its ability to connect people across different cultures and regions.
