Sam Smith and Kim Petras performed their song “Unholy” at the 2023 Grammy Awards tonight (February 5) in Los Angeles. After being introduced by Madonna (who arrived onstage holding a riding crop), Smith emerged surrounded by dancers on a circular platform. Petras sang her part in a cage, as bursts of flames shot into the air in the background. Toward the end of the song, Smith donned a horned top hat and danced with a cane. Watch the performance below.
“Unholy” is taken from Gloria, Smith’s fourth studio album, which was released in January. Earlier this evening, the song won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. During their acceptance speech, Petras—the first trans woman to win the award—paid tribute to the late artist Sophie for inspiring her.
“Unholy” was one of three singles released ahead of Gloria, along with “Love Me More” and “Gimme” (with Jessie Reyes and Koffee). Last month, Smith and Petras performed “Unholy” on Saturday Night Live.
Petras’ second full-length album, Turn Off the Light, dropped in October 2019. She released her latest single “Brrr” in January. Last year, she unveiled a cover of the Kate Bush song “Running Up That Hill” as part of Amazon Music’s Pride Month celebration.
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