Nipsey Hussle's Heavenly Grammy Tribute Also Paid Respects To Kobe Bryant

The tribute efficiency for Nipsey Hussle at the 62nd Grammy Awards stopped the world in its tracks to mirror on rapper’s legacy. By way of the emotional performances of his companions and collaborators like YG, Roddy Ricch, DJ Khaled, and others, the spirit of Nipsey Hussle’s music made it to the show’s stage for a unforgettable celebration.


Meek Mill and Roddy Ricch kicked things off with an emotional tribute to Nipsey’s memory, followed by the unveiling of a massive choir, dressed in white garb that appeared to be in homage to Eritrean culture. With both John Legend and DJ Khaled taking the stage to lead the efficiency of a lifetime, each person on stage started to sing “Higher” in cheery spirits, decided to raise the mood of every person in the Staples Center.


And so they did. Every hand in the building went to sky because the efficiency grew as excited as could possibly be. YG made his way to the stage from the back for the song’s second verse, followed by gospel legend Kirk Franklin who worked to prepare the mood even happier, holier, and hectic. At the end of the emotional tribute, Nipsey’s face flashed on a giant screen next to Kobe Bryant, who tragically died earlier today (January 26) in a helicopter crash. It was the best parting image, enabling each person to pay their respects to both.


Nipsey won a posthumous award for Best Rap Efficiency for “Racks In The Middle” earlier this evening. It was his first-ever Grammy soon after being nominated for Best Rap Album at the 2019 ceremony due to Victory Lap. 


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