Adele in 2009 Grammys
A fresh-faced 20-year-old Adele walked the 2009 red carpet in a simple black Barbara Tfank gown, looking equal parts nervous and radiant. She won Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, delivering a goosebump-inducing “Chasing Pavements” that stopped the room.
Her girl-next-door warmth and raw, soulful power announced the arrival of a once-in-a-generation voice.
