Alicia Keys delivered an emotional and powerful moment at the 2025 Grammys as she accepted the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, and she didn’t do it alone—her nine-year-old son, Genesis, proudly walked alongside her as she took to the stage.
Introduced by none other than Queen Latifah, the singer was praised for her “extraordinary impact,” with a moving tribute video showcasing the milestones of her incredible career. “She’s raised millions to help children in need,” Latifah emphasized, highlighting Alicia’s tireless work as a philanthropist and activist. “The Recording Academy is proud to honor a visionary, a trailblazer, and a global inspiration.”
Taking the microphone, Alicia’s speech was both a celebration of diversity and a call to action. “This is for all the ladies that know the magic that they bring to the room,” she began, her voice filled with passion. She then took a moment to directly address the ongoing conversation surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion, a topic that has been at the forefront of recent political debates.
“This is not the time to shut down a diversity of voices,” Alicia declared, seemingly referencing former President Donald Trump’s recent criticism of DEI initiatives. “DEI is not a threat, it’s a gift, and the more voices, the more powerful the sound.”
