At the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Doechii made history by winning Best Rap Album for her mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal, becoming only the third woman to receive this honor, following Lauryn Hill and Cardi B.
In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Doechii expressed deep gratitude to her supporters, including her mother, her label Top Dawg Entertainment, her engineer Jada, and her fanbase known as the Swamp. She emphasized the personal journey behind her work, stating, “I put my heart and my soul into this mixtape. I bared my life. I went through so much. I dedicated myself to sobriety and God told me he would reward me and show me just how good it could get.”
Addressing young Black women, she delivered an empowering message: “I know there is some Black girl out there — so many Black women out there — that are watching me right now, and I want to tell you: You can do it. Anything is possible. Don’t allow anybody to project any stereotypes on you, tell you that you can’t be here, that you’re too dark, that you’re not smart enough, that you’re too dramatic, you’re too loud. You are exactly who you need to be… and I am a testimony.”
Following her win, Doechii delivered a dynamic performance of her tracks Catfish and Denial Is a River. The stage was set with over a dozen backup dancers in matching Thom Browne suits, culminating in a theatrical reveal and an interaction with her therapist alter-ego, portrayed by DJ Miss Milan.
Doechii’s achievements at the Grammy Awards not only highlight her individual talent but also mark a significant moment for representation and empowerment in the rap industry.
For the full list of winners, visit Grammy.com.
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