November 10, 2024: The 67th Annual Grammy nominations were announced, bringing a wave of mixed emotions across the music world. From unexpected nods to controversial snubs, this year’s list has left fans and critics buzzing. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest Grammy snubs, surprises, and missteps for 2025.
Biggest Snubs: Who Missed Out?
K-Pop’s Complete Absence:
Despite K-pop’s global rise, not a single major nomination was given to K-pop artists, a painful repeat of previous Grammy oversights. Artists like BTS, BLACKPINK’s Lisa, and SEVENTEEN were left out, despite topping charts and breaking records.
Tyla’s Surprising Shutout:
Fresh off a Grammy win for Best African Music Performance last year, Tyla’s critically acclaimed album was expected to earn her multiple nominations. Tracks like “Truth or Dare” from her hit album were ignored, missing a chance to honour African artists’ growing global influence.
Reneé Rapp Overlooked Again:
Despite the success of her album Snow Angel and her role in Mean Girls, Reneé Rapp was snubbed for Best New Artist for the second consecutive year, a missed nod to one of Gen Z’s rising stars.
Surprising Inclusions: Unexpected Nods
Andre 3000’s Flute Album:
Andre 3000 surprised everyone with a Grammy nod for his unconventional, flute-based album New Blue Sun. While the nomination raised eyebrows, it also reminded us of his artistic versatility and musical legacy.
Jacob Collier Keeps Winning:
British artist Jacob Collier scored a Grammy nomination for Djesse Vol. 4, a niche pick that underscored his connection with legends like Quincy Jones and his continued Grammy favour.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Redemption:
After missing a Best New Artist nomination last year, Sabrina Carpenter bounced back with multiple major nominations for her hit album Short n’ Sweet, marking her arrival as a serious player in pop music.
Missteps: Choices That Didn’t Quite Fit
Taylor Swift’s “Fortnight” Inclusion:
Although her album The Tortured Poets Department is a worthy contender, Taylor Swift’s “Fortnight” didn’t quite have the cultural impact for a Record of the Year nomination. Songs by artists like Shaboozey or Tinashe might have been stronger choices.
Ariana Grande’s Exclusion:
In a puzzling move, Ariana Grande’s acclaimed album Eternal Sunshine was overlooked in major categories, with her standout track “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” missing out on Record or Song of the Year nods.
This year’s Grammy nominations have stirred debate, with the Recording Academy once again under scrutiny for its choices. As always, the awards are expected to bring surprises and celebrations, but for now, the discussion centers on who was celebrated, who was overlooked, and what these nominations mean for the future of music recognition.
