History Is Made: Kim Petras is First Trans Woman to Win Best Pop Duo Grammy

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Kim Petras is a German pop singer-songwriter, who has been making waves in the industry for her unique sound, captivating visuals and infectious songs. She has been recognized for her music by the likes of Billboard and Rolling Stone and just won a Grammy for “Unholy,” her collaboration with Sam Smith. She’s the first trans woman to do so in the Pop Duo category. Petras has released several EPs, singles and albums since her debut in 2008 and has collaborated with a plethora of artists. Her music is often described as a mix of synth-pop, bubblegum pop and dance-pop, with a modern twist. Petras’ lyrics often explore themes of self-love, exploration and sexuality, and her music videos have been praised for their colorful and vibrant visuals. With her powerful and inspiring message, she has carved out her own space in the music industry.

Read the full article about Kim Petras’ groundbreaking Grammy win, by Emmaly Anderson, on our sister site Bust.com here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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