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Sam Smith and Kim Petras’ “Unholy” Performance at the 2023 Grammys Sparks Controversy

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The Pink Times February 6, 2023
Updated 2023/02/06 at 10:15 PM
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At the 2023 Grammys, Sam Smith and Kim Petras made history with their win for the best pop duo/group performance for their hit song “Unholy”. The performance, which was horror movie-inspired, was a spectacle to behold with its dazzling props, pyrotechnics, and demonic red lighting.

Okay but @gottmik & @VioletChachki performing with Grammy WINNERS @kimpetras and @samsmith is my new religion 🤯⛓ #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/RFuMDhrNLF

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However, the duo’s “Unholy” performance was not well received by all viewers, particularly the conservative crowd, who took issue with its “demonic” themes. Critics took to social media to share their thoughts, with one person calling the pair “servants of Satan” and another misgendering non-binary Sam Smith and branding them “degenerate filth”.

If as a Christian, you think we are reaching when we talk about the dominance and normalization of Satan worship in pop music, you need discernment. Sam Smith’s performance at the Grammy’s last night was satanic, gory. No, it’s not art; it’s symbolic of who they serve. pic.twitter.com/7pz2BlE9ei

— Solomon Buchi (@Solomon_Buchi) February 6, 2023

Kim Petras, Sam Smith, Violet Chachki e Gottmik no #GRAMMYs 2023. pic.twitter.com/k5iv7gab8X

— Kim Petras Brasil (@kimpetrasbrasil) February 6, 2023

Despite the backlash, fans and supporters of the artists rallied behind them, praising the creative vision of Smith and Petras’ performance. As one fan pointed out, references to the devil are not new in popular music, citing examples such as Motley Crue and Iron Maiden.

Moreover, the Grammys made history by making Kim Petras the first trans woman to win the award for best pop duo/group performance. During the acceptance speech, Sam Smith graciously gave the spotlight to Petras, who paid homage to “transgender legends before [her] who’ve kicked these doors open” such as Madonna and the late trans artist SOPHIE.

Other notable moments at the Grammys included Beyoncé’s tribute to the queer community and her late Uncle Johnny as she became the most decorated artist in Grammy history. Meanwhile, Lil Nas X and Sam Smith and Kim Petras were seen laughing and celebrating their win, reminding everyone that they’re still making waves in the music industry.

TAGGED: 2023 Grammys, award-winning, conservative viewers, controversy, History, Kim Petras, performance, Sam Smith, transgender, Unholy

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