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Brit Awards 2025: Charli XCX named Songwriter of the Year
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Brit Awards 2025: Charli XCX named Songwriter of the Year

Brit Awards 2025: Charli XCX named Songwriter of the Year
Source: The Independent
Published: Feb, 26 2025 04:41

Musician's first Brit award comes shortly after her three Grammy wins. Charli XCX has been named the Songwriter of the Year at the forthcoming Brit Awards. The “360” singer dominated the nominations when they were announced, receiving five nods, including for Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for her critically lauded trend-setting record Brat.

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