On this day February 22 1989 the 31st Annual Grammy Awards aired on CBS, celebrating the biggest achievements in music. Hosted by the always charismatic Billy Crystal, the ceremony honored some of the most memorable artists and songs of the late 80s.
One of the night’s biggest winners was Bobby McFerrin, whose feel good anthem Don't Worry Be Happy took home Song of the Year, making history as the first a cappella song to ever win the award. The Grammys also recognized George Michael, Tracy Chapman, and U2, all of whom dominated the charts that year.
With performances, surprises, and Crystal’s signature humor, the 1989 Grammy Awards reflected a diverse music landscape that blended pop, rock, R&B, and emerging hip-hop influences.
80s insight: Don't Worry Be Happy was inspired by a phrase made famous by Indian spiritual leader Meher Baba and became the first-ever a cappella song to hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
One of the night’s biggest winners was Bobby McFerrin, whose feel good anthem Don't Worry Be Happy took home Song of the Year, making history as the first a cappella song to ever win the award. The Grammys also recognized George Michael, Tracy Chapman, and U2, all of whom dominated the charts that year.
With performances, surprises, and Crystal’s signature humor, the 1989 Grammy Awards reflected a diverse music landscape that blended pop, rock, R&B, and emerging hip-hop influences.
80s insight: Don't Worry Be Happy was inspired by a phrase made famous by Indian spiritual leader Meher Baba and became the first-ever a cappella song to hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
