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The Grammys hosted its 67th award ceremony at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating a wide array of musical talents and genres. This year’s ceremony became one of the most unforgettable events in Grammy history, with legacies being made and dominating the headlines.
The ceremony appreciated some truly deserving artists and also gave viewers some spectacular performances. Viewers got to witness The Weeknd come back and perform at the Grammys despite his attempts at boycotting it. Carti also performedTimelesswith him. Beyoncé made history by winning her first Album of the Year award for her country album.
The Grammys had its moments, but it was not all glitz and glam; as always, it also had its controversial moments.
In addition to the controversies, the nominations themselves were not without criticism. Tyla’s new self-titled album did not even make the list, and neither did Tyler, The Creator’sChromokopiadespite its beautiful cinematography. Viewers were disappointed with the snubs and could not stop talking about how some of the wins were undeserved.
Let’s dive into a list of Grammy wins that are hard to agree with.
7Best New Artist
Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, also popularly known by her stage name Chappell Roan, made headlines at the 67th Grammy Awards. The creator behind popular songs likeHOT TO GOandGood Luck, Babewon her first Grammy Award for Best New Artist. However, many viewers felt like she was not deserving of the win, especially when compared to the other nominations.
While Roan’s talent is undeniable, her popularity came quite late in the year. Her impact on the music scene wasn’t as strong or widespread as some of the other artists in the category. Artists like Sabrina Carpenter and Doechii had more significant cultural relevance and commercial success in 2024, making them more deserving of the title.
Despite the differences in opinion, she gave a speech that everyone could agree with. She addressed the issue of labels only caring about the music and not enough about the artist, sharing a heartfelt story of the time she got dropped by her label and was unable to take care of herself during the pandemic. She ended her speech with a powerful question:
“Labels, we got you, but do you got us?”
which gained a lot of appreciation and applause from the audience.
6Best Music Video
Kendrick Lamar’sNot Like Usmusic video bagged the Best Music Video accolade at the Grammys. The song served as a major cultural moment due to its role in the heavily commercialized feud with Drake; legendary artists like Snoop Dogg spoke about the cultural impact it had on bringing the West Coast and the East Coast together.
Meanwhile, other nominees delivered visually stunning and cinematic music videos. For example, A$AP Rocky’sTaylor Swiftis comparatively a better music video, even Tyler The Creator who did not have a single nomination has multiple music videos that were rich in cinematography and well choreographed in his albumChromokopia.
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It’s also easy to understand why he won the Grammy due to the wide reach and streams the song gained, with many even calling it a significant moment for the culture.
5Best Pop Vocal Album
Sabrina Carpenter’sShort ‘n’ Sweetwinning Best Pop Vocal Album was a surprising choice, as many felt like other nominees had better vocal and artistic depth in their albums. While the album perfectly captured her personality, it lacked the vocal complexity and range typically associated with past winners of this category.
Many pop fans felt like other nominees, such as Ariana Grande’sEternal Sunshineand Billie Eilish’sHit Me Hard and Soft, should have won the accolade. Both albums from the nominees had far more impressive and dynamic vocal ranges. Ariana’s album was filled with raw emotions, power, and versatility, while Eilish’s project showcased smooth and polished vocals with insane production.
While it is the artist’s second Grammy award, Carpenter’s win seemed more like a recognition of her rising star power rather than a true acknowledgment of vocal excellence. While it was a fun and well-produced album, it did not level with the vocal impact of some of the other albums.
4Best Country Album
Beyoncé’sgenre-bendingCowboy Carteralbum won Best Country Album. While the achievement was groundbreaking, many felt like it was also highly debatable. While the album was a great project, many felt like it didn’t best represent country music compared to the other nominees.
While Beyoncé’s artistry is undeniable, many felt like it was a crossover of multiple genres—mixing R&B, pop, and rock influences—instead of being true to the country music scene. It felt more like making history than actually rewarding the best country album of the year.
Country singers like Chris Stapleton showcased more masterful vocals and included more traditional country instruments, proving why he is one of the leading figures of the genre. According to a report fromThe Guardian, the album felt more like a capitalist gesture to insert Beyoncé into the mainstream country music world rather than a genuine exploration and celebration of Black country and traditional music.
3Best Rock Album
The Rolling Stones’Hackney Diamondswinning Best Rock Album at the 2025 Grammys sparked debate, as many felt it wasn’t the strongest rock release of the year. While the album was a solid return for the legendary band, featuring amazing production and big-name collaborations, it didn’t push the boundaries of rock music in the way some of the other nominees did. It even felt like a legacy honor more than a true recognition of the project.
Many fans and critics felt that Jack White’sNo Nameand Pearl Jam’sDark Matterwere overlooked in favor of The Rolling Stones. White is known to push the creative boundaries of rock, andNo Namewas another example that proved this theory, bringing raw energy with detailed songwriting.
Instead of choosing an album that truly represented rock in 2024, the Grammys seemed to focus on nostalgia, giving the award to The Rolling Stones more for their legacy than for the album’s real impact.
Best Dance Pop Recording
Charli XCX’sVon Dutchwinning Best Dance Pop Recording at the 2025 Grammys was a surprising choice, as many felt that Billie Eilish’sYes, And?was the stronger contender.
Her song showcased Billie’s ability to blend dance pop with her classic moody style, making it an instant hit among listeners and critics and allowing her to connect with a broader audience. WhileVon Dutchwas an energetic song, it felt more niche and lacked the same crossover power as other artists in the category.
Ultimately,Yes, And?had stronger production and impact, making it the more deserving winner for Best Dance Pop Recording.
1Album of the Year
History was made after Beyoncé finally won the Album of the Year (AOTY) award. She has been the most Grammy-nominated artist of all time, and despite having multiple accolades for musical excellence, she had never won AOTY until the 67th Grammy Awards. But this win did not come without controversy.
It had been 15 years since both Taylor Swift and Beyoncé were going toe-to-toe for the award. While Beyoncé has a record of making amazing tracks, many felt like this album fell short compared to her previous projects. The mixing of genres was something new, but it did not stick compared to the other nominations, which had a better musical impact.
At the 2024 Grammy Awards, after winning the accolade Beyoncé made a rare and heartwarming appearance with her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, who joined her to collect the award. She won despite facing tough opponents likeNew Blue Sun by Andrea 3000, or Sabrina Carpenter’s popular albumShort ‘n’ Sweet.The Tortured Poets Departmentby Taylor Swift andHit Me Hard and Softby Billie Eilish were also amazingly produced.
While many believe Billie got snubbed it’s hard not to feel good about Beyoncé finally winning the award she was long due from getting.
Rahul Biju
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Rahul is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire who has already made his mark covering some of the most talked-about TV shows around, especially the gems coming out of Apple TV+. In under a year, he’s tackled everything from breaking news to evergreen features and listicles that keep readers clicking. Before swapping the racetrack for the red carpet, Rahul was deep in the world of sports journalism, covering the high-speed drama of Formula 1. That same adrenaline now fuels his love for motorsport-themed movies and series. If there’s an engine revving on screen, chances are he’s written about it.When he’s not busy ranking the best horror flicks or hunting down the next great movie trilogy, Rahul’s geeking out over Quentin Tarantino’s razor-sharp dialogue or Wes Anderson’s perfectly framed shots. Those two directors may have sparked his obsession with cinema, but they also opened the door to exploring filmmakers of every style, and he’s been on that deep dive ever since.
