"Pink Pony Club" singer Chappell Roan made a plea to labels to pursue protections for musical artists, and Universal Music Group is looking to help.

Chappell Roan won the Grammy Award for best new artist, and used her moment to speak out for all struggling artists. The “Pink Pony Club” singer took the stage holding a notebook where she read her speech. After making a few general thank-yous, she struck a serious note about the lack of benefits emerging acts receive.

Roan was dropped by a label after her early work didn’t immediately resonate with audiences. Part of that journey was also reflected in her speech.