Chappell Roan is embarking on an exciting journey to build her own Grammys collection.

At the prestigious 2025 Grammy Awards, she was honored with the title of Best New Artist, triumphing over talented nominees such as Sabrina Carpenter, Shaboozey, Doechii, Benson Boone, Teddy Swims, Raye, and Khruangbin. For those interested, you can click here for a comprehensive list of winners and their achievements.

During her emotional acceptance speech at the iconic Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the acclaimed singer of “Pink Pony Club” shared the heartfelt significance of her stage name with the audience at the ceremony hosted by Trevor Noah.

Expressing her gratitude, Chappell (whose real name is Kayleigh Amstutz) acknowledged her fellow nominees, stating, “Thank you to my fellow nominees, whose music got me through this past year.” She took a moment to honor her friends and family, particularly her beloved grandfather, saying, “and?above all?my poppa Chappell, who I named myself after.”

This touching tribute highlights that Chappell’s stage name is a homage to her late grandfather, Dennis K. Chappell, who passed away in 2016 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. The second part of her stage persona draws inspiration from the cherished family song “The Strawberry Roan” by Curley Fletcher, a favorite of her grandfather.

Regardless of the outcomes, it has been a remarkable year for all the nominees in the Best New Artist category. Chappell, in particular, has experienced significant success, as her single “Good Luck, Babe!” ascended to the top of renowned publications such as Rolling Stone, NME, and The Guardian‘s Best Songs of 2024 lists, showcasing her undeniable talent and hard work.