New Delhi, Feb. 3 -- Olivia Dean clinched the Grammy for best new artist Sunday in a milestone moment for the British pop singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and timeless sound.

Dean, who is part of a growing class of young U.K.-born vocalists, made waves last year with her romantic sophomore album "The Art of Loving," with tracks including "Man I Need," "A Couple Minutes" and "So Easy (To Fall In Love)."

"I want to say I'm up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant," Dean said in her acceptance speech. "I'm a product of bravery, and I think those people deserve to be celebrated."

Celebrities in the audience were wearing pins protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at the celebration.

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