2025 Grammy Awards: CeCe Winans Shines with Two Major Wins

CeCe Winans Dominates The 2025 Grammy Awards in Gospel with Two Major Wins

By Dr. D Roy Bramwell, Editor

CeCe Winans emerged as the big winner at the recent Grammy Awards, claiming two major accolades. Her album, “More Than This,” won Best Gospel Album, while her powerful song “That’s My King” earned the title for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song.

The award for Best Gospel Performance/Song went to the collaborative track “One Hallelujah” by Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Erica Campbell, and Israel Houghton, featuring Jonathan McReynolds and Jekalyn Carr. Its uplifting energy and stellar vocals made it a standout in the category.

Meanwhile, Doe’s critically acclaimed album, “Heart of a Human,” was honored with Best Contemporary Christian Music Album, celebrating its soulful sound and heartfelt lyrics. Cory Henry also earned recognition, taking home the award for Best Roots Gospel Album for his album “Church.”

Winners and Nominees

*Best Gospel Performance/Song
– Doe – Holy Hands
– Melvin Crispell III – Yesterday
– Ricky Dillard – Hold On (Live)
– Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Erica Campbell & Israel Houghton Featuring Jonathan McReynolds & Jekalyn Carr – One Hallelujah (Winner)
– Yolanda Adams – Church Doors

*Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song
– Bethel Music, Jenn Johnson Featuring CeCe Winans – Holy Forever (Live)
– CeCe Winans – That’s My King (Winner)
– Elevation Worship Featuring Brandon Lake, Chris Brown & Chandler Moore – Praise
– Honor & Glory & Disciple – Firm Foundation (He Won’t)
– JWLKRS Worship & Maverick City Music Featuring Chandler Moore – In the Name of Jesus
– Maverick City Music, Naomi Raine & Chandler Moore Featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard – In the Room

*Best Gospel Album
– CeCe Winans – More Than This (Winner)
– Karen Clark Sheard – Still Karen
– Kirk Franklin – Father’s Day
– Melvin Crispell III – Covered Vol. 1
– Ricky Dillard – Choirmaster II (Live)

*Best Contemporary Christian Music Album
– Brandon Lake – Coat of Many Colors
– Doe – Heart of a Human (Winner)
– Elevation Worship – When Wind Meets Fire
– Forrest Frank – Child of God
– Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore & Naomi Raine – The Maverick Way Complete

*Best Roots Gospel Album
– Authentic Unlimited – The Gospel Sessions, Vol. 2
– Cory Henry – Church (Winner)
– The Harlem Gospel Travelers – Rhapsody
– Mark D. Conklin – The Gospel According to Mark
– The Nelons – Loving You

These awards celebrate the incredible talent and dedication of gospel and contemporary Christian artists, highlighting their contributions to the music industry and their impact on listeners worldwide.