The Beatles Win First Grammy in Decades for “Now and Then”

This past Sunday, February 2, marked a historic moment for music lovers as The Beatles won the Best Rock Performance award at the 2025 Grammy Awards for their song Now and Then. This win is especially significant as it’s the band’s first Grammy since 1997 when they took home three awards. The honor reaffirms The Beatles’ enduring influence on the music industry.

The Beatles’ official YouTube channel released a video revisiting the global excitement that surrounded the release of Now and Then in November 2023. The song, often described as “the last Beatles track,” was created from a demo recorded by John Lennon in 1977. With contributions from the surviving members—Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr—in 1995 and the 2020s.

Fans flocked to stores to purchase physical copies, while newspapers, magazines, billboards, and digital projections displayed promotions of the song. Social media buzzed with fan reactions, and the official music video for Now and Then became a focal point for millions reminiscing about The Beatles’ timeless magic. The tribute ends with a heartfelt message to fans: “Thank you.”

Following the Grammy win, Ringo Starr took to social media to express his excitement and gratitude. Sharing a new photo of himself flashing his signature peace sign, Ringo wrote: “Wow, another Grammy. Well done, everybody. I send you peace and love. That’s right, the beat goes on. Thanks, peace and love, Ringo.” His words reflected both his joy and the band’s philosophy of spreading positivity through music.

SEAN LENNON’S GRAMMY SPEECH

Accepting the award on behalf of The Beatles was Sean Lennon, the son of John Lennon. During the Grammy Premiere Ceremony, held earlier in the day before the primetime awards, Sean took the stage to acknowledge the honor. In his heartfelt speech, he admitted he hadn’t expected to accept the award on behalf of his father’s legendary band but was deeply moved by the moment. “It’s incredible when you think about it,” he said. “The Beatles created so much amazing music, and they’re still such a vital part of our culture. People still listen, and as far as I’m concerned, they’re the greatest band of all time.”

With this Grammy win, Now and Then cements its place in history as the final chapter in The Beatles’ legendary story, proving that their music remains as powerful and relevant as ever.