Chappell Roan is quickly making waves in the pop music scenes. And the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards just added another milestone to her growing career. Known for her catchy anthems and unapologetically bold personality, Roan’s journey from Missouri to the VMA stage is nothing short of remarkable.
At just 26 years old, the pop sensation has managed to carve out a space for herself in a fiercely competitive industry. She’s been capturing the hearts of fans everywhere with her honest lyrics and unapologetic embrace of her true self.
A Win For The LGBTQ+ Community
With hits like ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ and ‘Red Wine Supernova‘, Roan has established herself as a voice for the LGBTQ+ community. She brought a fresh, unfiltered perspective to mainstream pop. Her victory at the VMAs for Best New Artist was a defining moment not just for her, but for the countless people she represents.
On Wednesday night, after delivering a standout performance of ‘Good Luck, Babe‘ at the 2024 VMAs, Roan stepped onto the stage, beaming with excitement and disbelief as she accepted her first-ever Moon Person from singer Tinashe.
“Can you believe it? We’re at the VMAs!” she exclaimed. Her voice filled with awe as the crowd erupted in applause at New York’s UBS Arena. Covering her face in shock, Roan took a moment to soak in the reality of the situation before sharing a heartfelt dedication.
“I dedicate this to all the drag artists who inspire me, and I dedicate this to queer and trans people who fuel pop,” she began, reading from a small journal she carried with her. And she didn’t stop there.
With an emotional and powerful tone, she spoke directly “To the gays, who dedicate my songs to someone they love or hate … for all the queer kids in the midwest watching right now, I see you. I understand you, because I am one of you.”
MTV VMAs 2024: An Unforgettable Night For The Music Industry
But Roan wasn’t just there to collect an award. Dressed in a medieval knight-inspired chainmail hood, she lit a castle on fire on stage using a flaming crossbow, all while flawlessly belting out the fan-favorite track. The performance was nothing short of epic and perfectly matched her Joan of Arc-themed look for the night.
Before leaving the stage, Roan gave one final piece of advice to the crowd and her fans. “Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t be exactly who you want to be, bitch,” she said with a smirk, leaving a lasting impression.
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The VMAs was hosted by Megan Thee Stallion. Eminem opened the show. It was packed with performances from top artists like Katy Perry, Halsey, and Shawn Mendes, Lenny Kravitz, and Rauw Alejandro.
Roan’s win for Best New Artist is just the beginning for the Missouri native, who also earned a nomination for MTV Push Performance of the Year for ‘Red Wine Supernova‘. With Taylor Swift leading the nominations and Post Malone close behind, Roan’s triumph over heavyweights like Tyla and Gracie Abrams proves that she’s one to watch.
