A number of artists honored the late Quincy Jones with a special tribute at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The loving medley included performances by Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monáe, Cynthia Erivo, and more, with an introduction by Will Smith. Watch a replay below.
Joined by Herbie Hancock on piano, Erivo sang a stripped-down version of “Fly Me to the Moon”—as made famous by Jones’ arrangement for Frank Sinatra—before bringing out a full band. From there, Jacob Collier slid into the piano chair and Lainey Wilson took the microphone for “Let the Good Times Roll,” followed by Hancock’s return to the piano where he was joined by Stevie Wonder on harmonica and vocals for “Blusette” and “We Are the World.” Closing it out was Janelle Monáe with a showmanship rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough.”
Jones died in November 2024 at 91 years old. The legendary musician, composer, producer, and entertainment giant was one of the most nominated artists in Grammy Awards history, earning 80 nominations and 28 awards over the course of his career.
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