EDITORIAL
5 Artiste To Win The Grammy Award At A Very Young Age
The 66th annual Grammy Award would be kick-starting in some hour’s time. We bring to you the youngest-ever winners of this prestigious award.
Leah Peasall (8 years)
Standing from right t left is Leah Peasall. Leah Peasall is the youngest member of the Peasall Sisters, she achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the youngest person to win a Grammy award. This recognition came after her outstanding performance alongside her siblings in the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? .
Blue IVY (9 years)
Beyonce has already established herself as a legendary figure in the music industry, leaving no room for doubt. In 2021, her daughter Blue IVY followed in her mother’s footsteps and achieved a significant milestone. Blue received her first Grammy, joining forces with Beyonce, Wizkid, and Saint Jhn on the popular track “Brown Skin Girl.” This collaboration earned her recognition in the Best Music Video category, making her the second youngest recipient of this prestigious award. It is evident that Carter’s musical talent is blossoming right before our eyes, as she also showcased her freestyling skills on Jay-Z’s album, 4.44.
Leann Rimes (14 years)
Rimes initially gained attention in the public eye after unveiling her version of Bill Mack’s “Blue.” At the tender age of 14, she swiftly launched her first album, also titled Blue. In 1997, the talented vocalist earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, as well as another nomination for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for her remarkable rendition of the song ‘Blue.’ Remarkably, she emerged victorious in both categories.
Luis Miguel (14 years)
Luis Miguel, the renowned Mexican vocalist, is recognized for his diverse musical style. In contrast to the Marleys, who have established themselves in a specific genre, Miguel possesses a wide range of talents. Not only is he one of the top-selling Latin artists in history, but he also holds the distinction of being one of the youngest recipients of a Grammy award. This remarkable achievement was attained in 1984 through his captivating rendition of “Me Gustas Tal Como Eres.”
Stephen Marley (16 years)
Just a couple of weeks before turning 17, the son of music icon Bob Marley made his mark in Grammy history. This talented individual, who has now won the prestigious Grammy Award eight times, started his career at the tender age of seven. He contributed his musical skills to the band known as Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, led by his brother Ziggy. Together, Ziggy and the Melody Makers achieved great success with their third album, Conscious Party, which earned them a Grammy for Best Reggae Album
