Trevor Noah: ‘Best Grammy Host’
The unquestionably charming comedian, Trevor Noah won hearts and smiles galore at the glamorous 66th Grammy Awards on the eve of 4th February 2024.
Noah, being the ever-wonderful host, set a record for hosting the most illustrious awards in the music industry- The Grammys for the fourth consecutive time.
His humour and wit were on point as he brought forth his A game, assuring that the audience have an amusing evening. In several instances sprinkled across the episode, Noah dared to jape at one of the most loved singer and songwriter – Taylor Swift.
His jocular jokes, garnered the acclaim of the public offline as well as online though social media. Despite jesting, his jokes made sure to stay under the threshold of being disrespectful and being pulled in for controversy. The polite yet hilarious witticism was well-received and praised.
Momentous Welcoming Monologue
The function, held at Arena.com Arena in Los Angeles was sparkling with stars and celebs of the music industry. As Trevor began the show with his memorable monologue, including the elites in attendance. He went on to compliment the marvellous musicians, nominated or unnominated saying “These people write the soundtracks of our lives,” he said.
Continuing the monologue, Trevor saw Mark Ronson, music producer of Barbie and commended him as one of the greatest producers of all time. He also pointed out the table where Mark’s mother-in-law, Meryl Streep would be seated.
Streep and Swift make Late Entrance
Right after he said that, Meryl Streep crashed the scene and apologised for making a late entrance, which was rubbished by the host.
Remarking the fact that this year the female artists bullied the Grammys nominations. Included in the leading ladies were SZA, boygenius and Taylor Swift. Noah referred to Swift as the “Anti-Hero” songstress.
Moments after saying this, Taylor walked in at the ceremony along with her entourage, leading Trevor to spontaneously improvise and gagging about the him saying the names and the celebrities popping out. ‘I’m going to say the people and then they will walk in.’
He commented on the local economy around the tables increases as Taylor strides to her seat. Noah ended the jape by saying ‘Look at that. Lionel Richie? Now Lionel Wealthy!’ as the audience burst into laughter.
Trevor Targets Taylor
Taylor Swift was recently targeted by NFL fans who complained that the cameras focused on Taylor cheering her boyfriend Travis Kelce rather than showing crucial moments in the game. Referring to this incident, Noah, remarked that it was unfair how NFL fans backlashed Swift. Its not like she’s controlling the cameras at the game and appealed to people to let her live!
Cleverly reacting to the annoyed NFL fans complaints, Trevor orchestrated a powerful comeback from Taylor’s side by saying ‘Every time they mention Taylor Swift, I’m gonna cut the cameras to someone who plays football. Cut, bam.’
He then proceeded to switch the camera view to Terry Crews, a former NFL player who is also an actor, who was perplexed and enthralled at the sudden happening.
Trevor kept quipping at the 14-time Grammy award winner throughout the show. Before Taylor’s performance, Noah introduced her with a witty remark in saying ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the woman who makes me feel like I need to get my life together: Taylor Swift.’
‘Amazing Noah’ and Taylor’s Collab?
Taylor herself found Noah’s drollness amusing and supported his jokes by laughing and applauding. Later, she appreciated Trevor’s anchoring talents and expressed her gratitude saying ‘Thank you so much, Trevor. You’re amazing,’ when she went on the stage to collect the award when her release ‘Evermore’ won Album of the Year!
The fans couldn’t get enough of Trevor and Taylor and requested both artists to collaborate for a musical comedy special. A tweet from a fan said ‘They are hilarious and adorable.’
Trevor Noah was high on public appeal yesterday when he was, for the first time, also nominated for best comedy album. Social Media bustled with praises for the emcee by calling him ‘the best host ever’ and ‘He’s so funny and charming’
