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Feb 22, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: February 22 1989 The 31st Annual Grammy Awards Aired on CBS.

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...

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