Smith is likely to become only the second artist to sweep the “Big Four” awards — Album, Record and Song of the Year, and Best New Artist — in one night. Christopher Cross set that record 34 years ago. This is the problematic one: That night of Grammy glory proved almost impossible for Cross to follow. It was widely seen as a case of “too much, too soon.”

Smith actually has a good chance of winning in all six categories in which he’s nominated. That would allow him to tie the record for the most Grammys won by a British artist in one night. Eric Clapton set the record 22 years ago. Adele tied it three years ago.