Charli XCX has admitted her 2025 Grammy nominations success was not something she ‘ever expected’ after not even being ‘on the Grammys’ radar last year’.
Following the huge success of her album Brat, which kickstarted the global ‘Brat Summer’ trend, the hitmaker, 32, has landed an impressive eight nods at this year’s ceremony – including Album Of The Year, and Record Of The Year for her song 360.
And while she’s one of the success stories of this year, this is the first time the singer has received a nomination since 2014’s Iggy Azalea collaboration Fancy, despite musical success over the years including a bagging a UK number one and US top-ten for her 2022 album Crash.
Speaking in a new interview with W Magazine – of which Charli stars on their second-ever digital cover – the performer revealed how she plans to enjoy the ceremony this Sunday following her first solo recognition at the annual music ceremony.
She explained: ‘My dream scenario would be getting a plus-10 so I could bring all my best friends, but, realistically, I’ll probably get a plus-one. Maybe Troye [Sivan] and I can share and make it a plus-two.’
Having only received a nomination twice before over a decade ago, the star told how she just wants have fun on the night amid her surprise at even being recognised following past snubs.
Charli XCX has admitted her 2025 Grammy nominations success was not something she ‘ever expected’ after not even being ‘on the Grammys’ radar last year’
Speaking in a new interview with W Magazine – of which Charli stars on their second-ever digital cover – the performer revealed how she plans to enjoy the ceremony this Sunday following her first solo recognition at the annual music ceremony
She went on: ‘My vibe is just wanting to have a good time. Let’s be real, I wasn’t even on the Grammys’ radar last year, so it’s not something I ever expected.
‘The thing is, wherever I am becomes fun anyway, so I’m sure I’ll figure it out.’
The Boom Clap looked sensational as she graced the cover of the publication and pulled off a number of sultry poses for a new shoot.
While she flaunts her figure in her underwear in some snaps, the stunner rocks a tiara and dons a T-shirt with the words ‘Queen Charli’ emblazoned across it, solidifying her status as the ‘Brat Queen’.
Meanwhile, she showcases a glimpse of her toned tummy in one, while in another she looks ethereal in a floaty white dress.
Charli’s 2025 Grammy nominations comes after she previously spoke out after her hit album Crash failed to get nominated for a Grammy Award in 2023.
As the ceremony took place in Los Angeles , Charli, whose real name is Charlotte Emma Aitchison, took to Instagram to vent her frustrations.
Sharing a sultry selfie of herself showing off her cleavage in a white dress, she captioned it: ‘Me not being nominated for a Grammy for crash is like Mia Goth not being nominated for an Oscar for Pearl and only further proves that people don’t wanna see hot evil girls thrive.’
Following the huge success of her album Brat, which kickstarted the global ‘Brat Summer’ trend, the hitmaker, 32, has landed an impressive eight nods at this year’s ceremony – including Album Of The Year, and Record Of The Year for her song 360
While she’s one of the success stories of this year, this is the first time the singer has received a nomination since 2014’s Iggy Azalea collaboration Fancy, despite musical success over the years
Having only received a nomination twice before over a decade ago, the star told how she just wants have fun on the night amid her surprise at even being recognised following past snubs
‘My vibe is just wanting to have a good time. Let’s be real, I wasn’t even on the Grammys’ radar last year, so it’s not something I ever expected’
Underneath, her fans flocked to offer her support, with one writing: ‘You’ve won every Grammy in my world.’
Another added: ‘Crash is and will always be everything.’
Meanwhile, Charli reportedly won’t be performing at this year’s Brit Awards despite leading the nominations.
The 360 hitmaker is said to have been in talks to perform at the glitzy bash but ultimately won’t be taking to the stage.
Charli is also due to perform at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, and according to The Sun, a source said doing both ceremonies would have been ‘added pressure’.
The Boom Clap looked sensational as she graced the cover of the publication and pulled off a number of sultry poses for a new shoot
She showcases a glimpse of her toned tummy in one snap, while in another she looks ethereal in a floaty white dress.
Jade Thirlwall is said to be in talks with the awards show to take to the stage after embarking on a hit solo career last year.
‘Charli’s team had been in negotiations with the Brits for months and she was set to perform on the night,’ a source told the publication.
‘But she’s decided it didn’t feel right and she doesn’t want the added pressure.
‘She has planned a major performance at the Grammys and the thought of doing the same again at the Brits felt like it was too much.’
Charli’s 2025 Grammy nominations comes after she previously spoke out after her hit album Crash failed to get nominated for a Grammy Award in 2023 [Pictured is the album cover]
Meanwhile, Charli reportedly won’t be performing at this year’s Brit Awards despite leading the nominations
The 360 hitmaker is said to have been in talks to perform at the glitzy bash but ultimately won’t be taking to the stage
The insider added Charli still intends to go to the Brits but wants to ‘let her hair down’ without the pressure of having to deliver a performance.
The singer made history when her No1 album Brat became a cultural phenomenon last summer along with the colour slime green as millions of fans showed their support by posting clips of Charli’s Apple Dance on TikTok.
Her Brat summer lives on as Charli received nominations in five prestigious categories including Song Of The Year for Guess ft. Billie Eilish, Artist Of The Year, Dance Act, Pop Act, and the sought-after Album Of The Year.
The BRIT Awards returns on March 1 at London’s O2 Arena and will once again be hosted by comedian Jack Whitehall while the trophy this year has been designed by artist Gabriel Moses.
Read the full article here
