At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, several A-listers used their platforms to speak out against the Trump administration's immigration policies, opting for powerful messages over traditional thanks.
Bad Bunny took the stage to accept his award for Best Música Urbana Album, using the opportunity to denounce ICE in a bold statement. "Before I say thanks to God," he began, "I'm going to say 'ICE out.' We're not savage. We're not animals. We're not aliens. We are humans, and we are Americans." The audience erupted in cheers as Bad Bunny emphasized the importance of recognizing immigration.
This sentiment was echoed by other artists at the event, with over a dozen musicians making statements against ICE. Billie Eilish and Olivia Dean wore "ICE OUT" pins on their outfits, while Bon Iver proudly displayed a bright orange whistle to honor community observers in Minneapolis who protect neighborhoods from Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The anti-ICE messages were a response to growing concerns about the Trump administration's immigration operations across the country. Last month, two American protesters in Minneapolis were fatally shot by federal agents carrying out immigration raids in the city, sparking calls for ICE to leave cities like Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
Eilish used her acceptance speech for Song of the Year to address the issue directly, saying "No one is illegal on stolen land." Her message was met with applause from the audience before being cut off by a censor due to profanity. Despite the interruption, Eilish's powerful words left a lasting impact on the crowd.
The Grammys proved to be a powerful platform for artists to use their voices against injustice and in support of marginalized communities. As Dean said in her acceptance speech as Best New Artist, "I'm up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant... I wouldn't be here – I'm a product of bravery, and I think those people deserve to be celebrated." Her words served as a reminder that we are all stronger together, and that our voices truly do matter.
Bad Bunny took the stage to accept his award for Best Música Urbana Album, using the opportunity to denounce ICE in a bold statement. "Before I say thanks to God," he began, "I'm going to say 'ICE out.' We're not savage. We're not animals. We're not aliens. We are humans, and we are Americans." The audience erupted in cheers as Bad Bunny emphasized the importance of recognizing immigration.
This sentiment was echoed by other artists at the event, with over a dozen musicians making statements against ICE. Billie Eilish and Olivia Dean wore "ICE OUT" pins on their outfits, while Bon Iver proudly displayed a bright orange whistle to honor community observers in Minneapolis who protect neighborhoods from Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The anti-ICE messages were a response to growing concerns about the Trump administration's immigration operations across the country. Last month, two American protesters in Minneapolis were fatally shot by federal agents carrying out immigration raids in the city, sparking calls for ICE to leave cities like Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
Eilish used her acceptance speech for Song of the Year to address the issue directly, saying "No one is illegal on stolen land." Her message was met with applause from the audience before being cut off by a censor due to profanity. Despite the interruption, Eilish's powerful words left a lasting impact on the crowd.
The Grammys proved to be a powerful platform for artists to use their voices against injustice and in support of marginalized communities. As Dean said in her acceptance speech as Best New Artist, "I'm up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant... I wouldn't be here – I'm a product of bravery, and I think those people deserve to be celebrated." Her words served as a reminder that we are all stronger together, and that our voices truly do matter.
just saw the Grammy Awards and it's mind blown by the way artists used their platform to speak out against ICE! 
Bad Bunny's "ICE out" message gave me CHILLS 
and Billie Eilish's acceptance speech was so powerful, even if they cut her off mid-sentence due to profanity 
. It's amazing how artists are using their voices to make a difference, especially when it comes to supporting marginalized communities 
. And I love that Olivia Dean wore an "ICE OUT" pin on her outfit - girl, you're serving LOOKS 
... but what's even more important is the message behind your performance 
. It's all about using our voices for good and standing up against injustice 
. Can't wait to see what other artists do next 
just saw the Grammys and omg the message of love and unity from Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Dean is giving me LIFE! 
they're using their platforms to speak out against ICE and stand up for immigration rights, it's so powerful. I'm also loving the "ICE OUT" pins on Billie's outfit, so chic and bold 
. As a digital native, I think this is what social media is all about - creating change and making your voice heard 
. And can we talk about how powerful it is for these young artists to be speaking out on such important issues? 
they're showing us that we have the power to make a difference, one platform at a time 
it's about time someone did, those policies r straight up inhumane and it's not like they're just targeting immigrants, they're going after entire communities 
. Billie Eilish is a total boss for speaking her mind and saying what needs to be said 
. And can we pls talk about how amazing it is that so many artists r standing together against injustice 
? We need more voices like these in our society, people who r willing to speak truth 2 power and stand up 4 what's right 
. Artists like Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish are using their fame to bring attention to important issues like immigration and police brutality 
. It's not just about being 'woke' or 'politically correct', it's about speaking truth to power and giving a voice to those who don't have one 
. I love how these artists are using their music and platforms to empower marginalized communities and promote unity 
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! Artists like Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Dean used their stage to speak truth to power about ICE and immigration policies that are affecting our communities. It's amazing to see people using their platforms for good 
. The fact that Eilish was cut off during her speech is actually a testament to the impact of what she said - it's clear that some people don't want us to have our voices heard 
it's like they're not just musicians, but activists too 
it's crazy how much of an impact these statements can have on people's minds and hearts 
as for olivia dean's acceptance speech, I love that she used her platform to celebrate bravery and marginalized communities 
. I love seeing artists using their platforms for good, but can't they just stick to their music for once? 
. Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Dean are just a few examples of how music can be a powerful tool for activism 
️. This is what happens when people come together and use their voices to make a difference 
. Maybe this is the start of something big 
Bad Bunny's performance was EVERYTHING 
its crazy to see how much power these artists have, their statements can literally move mountains 
, but at the same time its sad that they have to speak out against something as senseless as ICE 
, i mean, we should all be free to live our lives without fear of being deported or harmed 
, and its amazing to see how Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Olivia Dean, etc are using their platforms to spread love and acceptance 
, that way we can truly understand the struggle of those who are fighting for equality and justice 
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its crazy how music can bring ppl together like this! i mean bad bunny just spoke truth to power and it was amazing to see the audience react that way...ICE out 
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the whole thing just gave me chills... billie eilish is on fire rn 
the 12+ musicians who made statements were EVERYTHING 
. But seriously, the Grammys did kinda do its part in bringing attention to this issue. I mean, who wouldn't want to talk about it when you're getting an award for something you actually did? 
On a more serious note, I'm glad people are using their voices to speak out against injustice. It's not always easy, especially when it comes from someone in the public eye, but kudos to Billie Eilish and Olivia Dean for speaking up and calling out ICE. Maybe we can all just agree that everyone deserves human rights, regardless of where they're from 
Bad Bunny's "ICE out" speech is lowkey the real MVP 
