Grammys: The photos you need to see

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The best looks, backstage shots and performances from the 60th annual Grammy awards.

Kendrick Lamar with Dave ChappelleImage source, Getty Images
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"Did I really win?" Kendrick Lamar (with comedian Dave Chappelle) checks the envelope for best rap performance.

Alessia CaraImage source, Getty Images
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Best new artist Alessia Cara discovers you can't make calls on a Gramo-phone (sorry).

Bruno MarsImage source, Getty Images
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"High five anyone? Anyone? ANYONE?" Bruno Mars celebrates his six Grammys backstage.

Mark Ronson and Lady GagaImage source, Getty Images
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"How on earth did I get myself into this?" asks Mark Ronson halfway through Lady Gaga's performance.

James Corden and Hailee SteinfeldImage source, Getty Images
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Actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld shares a moment with James Corden backstage.

Rihanna with Pink and her daughter WillowImage source, Getty Images
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Rihanna poses for a photo with Pink and her daughter, Willow, before the show.

Miley CyrusImage source, Getty Images
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A moment of nerves for Miley Cyrus before she duets with Sir Elton John on Tiny Dancer.

Cyndi LauperImage source, Getty Images
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Many artists, including Cyndi Lauper, wore a white rose as a mark of solidarity with the #TimesUp and #MeToo movements.

Lady GagaImage source, Shutterstock
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Lady Gaga's Armani Prive gown was one of the most eye-catching dresses on the red carpet.

Kendrick LamarImage source, Reuters
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Kendrick Lamar's explosive, high-concept opening medley raised the bar for the night's other performers.

Kendrick Lamar performsImage source, AFP / Getty Images
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With three distinct acts, the performance addressed themes of race, politics and identity.

Rihanna performs at the GrammysImage source, Getty Images
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Rihanna and DJ Khaled's performance of Wild Thoughts brought a sultry Caribbean flavour to the night.

Chrissy TeigenImage source, Getty Images
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Model Chrissy Teigen and other stars signed instruments and other prizes to raise money for charity.

Khalid, Logic and Alessia Cara with guestsImage source, Getty Images
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People who had survived suicide attempts appeared behind Khalid, Logic and Alessia Cara as they sang the suicide prevention song 1800-273-8255.

Patti LuPoneImage source, AFP/Getty Images
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Broadway star Patti LuPone gave a jaw-dropping performance of Don't Cry For Me Argentina in honour of Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Alicia Keys with Beyonce and Blue Ivy CarterImage source, Getty Images
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Alicia Keys stops for a chat with Blue Ivy Carter (and her parents Jay-Z and Beyonce, presumably).

Kesha performsImage source, Getty Images
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Kesha performed the self-empowerment anthem Praying with the Resistance Revival Chorus, a collective of women dedicated to singing protest songs.

Cardi B and Bruno MarsImage source, Getty Images
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Cardi B and Bruno Mars were one of the night's most colourful acts, as they performed the '90s throwback jam Finesse (Remix).

Rihanna at the GrammysImage source, Getty Images
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What is Rihanna up to in this picture?

Rita OraImage source, Getty Images
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There's always time for a selfie with Rita Ora on the red carpet.

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