Noah Kahan, the rising folk star, recently took to Instagram to express his gratitude and reflect on his experience at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Nominated for best new artist, the 27-year-old artist shared a heartfelt message along with a series of photos capturing his whirlwind weekend in Los Angeles for the ceremony.
Despite not winning the gramophone, Kahan spoke positively about the privilege he felt just to be at the award show. He acknowledged that while it was a challenge to feel deserving of such recognition, the support from his fans, team, and loved ones helped him grow in confidence and finally feel proud of himself.
Kahan also congratulated and praised the best new artist winner, Victoria Monét, expressing how proud he was of her and the significance of witnessing someone's dreams come true. He extended his admiration to the other nominees as well, emphasizing their magic and grace in handling their lives and careers.
Addressing his competitive nature, the folk artist admitted that it stings to lose out on an award, but he emphasized that the experience was not a failure. Instead, he viewed it as a celebration of the achievements and beautiful moments shared throughout his journey. Kahan expressed his gratitude to his team and fans, acknowledging their support over the past eight years.
Concluding his message, Kahan expressed optimism about the future, assuring his fans that they would be back together someday. In a separate Instagram Story, he thanked his fans for their support and congratulated Monét once again. His friend and collaborator, Zach Bryan, also voiced his support on X (formerly Twitter), asserting that Kahan was 'robbed' of the award.
Victoria Monét, who won the coveted best new artist award and best R&B album, spoke about how the award had been a 15-year pursuit during her acceptance speech. Kahan's nomination for best new artist marked his first-ever Grammy nomination, following the significant success of his third studio album, Stick Season, released in 2022.
Looking ahead, Kahan is preparing for his biggest tour to date. With upcoming shows in the U.K., Europe, and across North America, including his first headlining stadium shows, he is set to captivate audiences with his heartfelt music from March until July.
Noah Kahan's experience at the Grammy Awards serves as a reminder that recognition and awards are just moments in an artist's journey. Despite not taking home the gramophone, Kahan's grace and gratitude shine through, reminding us that true success is found in the journey itself and the support of fans and loved ones.
