The 2020 GRAMMYs marked a massive night for Billie Eilish. She arrived as a first-time nominee, and ended up winning five of the six awards she was nominated for — including a sweep of the General Field categories, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, and Best New Artist.
But the latter was extra special for Eilish, because she kept the focus on the fan base that made her such a successful act in the first place.
In this episode of GRAMMY Rewind, go back to January 2020 for Eilish's powerful acceptance speech. The "Happier Than Ever" singer was visibly emotional as she took the stage, still reeling over the fact that she was winning her second GRAMMY award of the night — and of her career.
Eilish had plenty of people to thank, including her touring team, but she reserved her most heartfelt gratitude for her fan base.
"Mainly, I think the fans deserve everything," she said. "I feel like they have not been talked about enough tonight. Because they're the only reason that any of us are here at all. So thank you to the fans."
Eilish also shared messages of support and love for her fellow nominees in the category, which included Lil Nas X, Tank and the Bangas, Yola, Lizzo, Rosalia, Maggie Rogers and the Black Pumas. She celebrated each of them as a deserving contender, and once again brought her focus back around to the loyal fans.
"I know your fans are hardcore and they're gonna fight for you guys and they love you, and they're gonna talk s— about me for years for this," Eilish laughed. "I love all fandoms. Thank you to the fans. You guys make this worth it."
Press play on the video above to watch Eilish's full speech, and check back to GRAMMY.com every Friday for more episodes of GRAMMY Rewind.
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