John Legend sang 'Free' after Zelensky's speech, in a performance that featured three Ukrainian artists while paying tribute to Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressing the Grammy's via video link on Sunday. Photo: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
"Our hearts and our stage hold a special place for the people of Ukraine," The Recording Academy tweeted Sunday. The Academy worked with Global Citizen and the Stand Up For Ukraine campaign on the segment,Zelensky's speech was powerful and somber, comparing the sound of music to the bitter sounds of war.
"Our musicians wear body armor instead of tuxedos. They sing to the wounded, in hospitals. Even to those you can't hear them. But the music will break through anyway. We defend our freedom. To live, to love. To sound."
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