Prince, The Clash, Frankie Beverly & others to receive 2025 Grammy lifetime achievement awards

The Recording Academy has announced the recipients of its 2025 Grammy’s Lifetime Achievement Awards, a prestigious honour that recognizes the lifelong contributions of performers who have had a significant impact on the world of music. This year’s ceremony will see a diverse and influential group of artists inducted, including the legendary Prince, the pioneering punk rock band The Clash, the soulful Frankie Beverly and many more.

Undoubtedly, Prince is one of the most iconic and influential musicians of all time. Throughout his career, he has experimented with a wide range of genres, from funk and R&B to rock and pop and has consistently pushed creative boundaries. With a staggering 32 Grammy nominations and 7 wins, Prince is a true music legend whose impact continues to be felt today.

The Clash, on the other hand, are a band that redefined the sound of punk rock. Their energetic music and rebellious lyrics challenged the status quo and inspired generations of musicians. Although their relationship with the Grammys was initially contentious, with their recognition only coming in 2000 with a win for Best Long Form Music Video, their undeniable influence on music history has finally been acknowledged.

Frankie Beverly, the lead singer of R&B group Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, is another well-deserved recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Despite having only a handful of Grammy nominations, Beverly’s smooth vocals and timeless songs have earned him a legion of devoted fans.

In addition to these heavyweights, the 2025 Grammy’s Lifetime Achievement Awards will also honour Frankie Valli, a singer who rose to fame with The Four Seasons, gospel singer Dr. Bobby Jones, blues musician Taj Mahal and pioneering MC Roxanne Shante. Each of these artists has left their own unique mark on the music world and their induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame is a testament to their enduring legacies.