Willow Smith has taken a giant leap forward in her music career with her first Grammy nominations, marking a major milestone for the young artist and a proud moment for her father, Will Smith.
Willow Smith has officially received a Grammy nomination as a first-time nominee for Best Arrangement, Instrument, and Vocals for ‘Big Feelings’ from her most recent album, “Empathogen.”
“Empathogen,” Willow’s sixth album, was released in May and peaked at No. 3 on Billboard’s US Top Jazz Albums chart.
The “Wait A Minute!” singer took to social media to share her thoughts about her nominations and revealed that she was thrilled to learn the news about the 2025 Grammys. “I am having big feelings,” she shared on Instagram, sharing her appreciation for her team. “BIG GRATITUDE TO THESE DIVINE DUDES FOR NURTURING MY VISION WITH LOVE,” she wrote.
On Friday, the proud father took to social media to celebrate his daughter’s outstanding accomplishments, showering her with love and congratulations for not just one but two impressive Grammy nominations.
Will Smith shared how overjoyed he is for Willow, who has been through the highs and lows of the music industry before receiving the well-deserved nominations.
“CONGRATS, MA BEAN! 2 GRAMMY NOMINATIONS… WHOA! @OfficialWillow,” Smith wrote. “I’ve watched you Suffer: Crying, Falling, Struggling, Rising, Training, Learning, Changing, Quitting, Growing, Collapsing, Rebuilding… And Now, Manifesting Your Wildest Dreams! I am honored to be your Daddy.”
It’s a beautiful reminder of how talent runs in the family and how Willow’s unique voice is making waves in the industry. Fans everywhere eagerly cheer her on as she steps into the spotlight and carves her own path in music.
Willow Smith has a lot to be proud of, from her infectious hit “Whip My Hair” to her thought-provoking music and appearance on the groundbreaking talk show “Red Table Talk.”
In 2011, Willow Smith received the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding New Artist, acknowledging her impact on the music industry at such a young age and recognizing her as a trailblazing artist with immense potential.
Whether or not she takes home a Grammy, Willow Smith has made her father incredibly proud!
