.LittleSimz wins 2022 MercuryPrize (MercuryPrize) for 'Sometimes I Might Be Introvert':
. Each of these artists performed a track from their shortlisted album at the awards show, with the exception of Styles, who’s currently touring in the States.
“Wow. I’m very, very overwhelmed. I’m very grateful,” Simz said in her acceptance speech. “Glory to God—God, thank you so much. To my family over here, my loved ones right here in the center. I wanna say a huge thank you to the Mercury and FREE NOW for this incredible, incredible prize. I wanna say a thank you to my brother and close collaborator Inflo. Flo is someone that has known me since I was so young, he’s stuck by me, we created this album together.
This isn’t the first honor Simz has received on the strength of her superlative fourth album: In February, sheGrey Area was shortlisted, as well, making her the only repeat nominee among 2022’s contenders. Last year’s winner was