Grammy Nominations 2025: Beyonce Leads with 11 Nods, Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa Face Surprising Snubs – 7 Key Takeaways
Grammy Nominations 2025: The 2025 Grammy nominations have set the music world abuzz, celebrating stars both new and legendary while leaving fans debating notable snubs. Here are the major takeaways from this year’s Grammy announcements.
1. Beyonce Dominates with 11 Nominations Across Diverse Genres
Beyonce reigns supreme, garnering 11 nominations for her country-inspired album Cowboy Carter, including categories in Pop, R&B, Rock, Rap, Dance, and even Country. Her song “Spaghetti in Cowboy Carter,” a duet with trailblazer Linda Martell, lands them both a nomination for Best Melodic Rap Performance. Martell, the first Black woman to perform solo at the Grand Ole Opry, marks a historic moment with her first Grammy nod.
2. Female Artists Take Center Stage in Major Categories
Following a successful sweep by female artists in 2024, women dominate again in 2025, taking six out of eight slots in both Album and Record of the Year. Female artists like Taylor Swift, Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, and others hold strong in categories spanning Pop, R&B, Americana, and Latin, spotlighting their influence across genres.
3. Surprising Snubs: Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, and More
Ariana Grande’s three nominations omit her from the top three categories—Song, Record, and Album of the Year. Her name is also missing from the Best Pop Solo Performance list, a surprise for fans. Taylor Swift, who earned six nominations, saw her Eras Tour concert film excluded from Best Music Film, while her Fortnite collaboration missed a Best Pop Duo/Group Performance nod. Other notable omissions include viral artists like Hozier, Tommy Richman, and Vampire Weekend.
4. Big Names Miss Out: Bad Bunny, Dua Lipa, and K-Pop Stars
Bad Bunny, Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, and Dua Lipa were among the superstars absent from nominations in expected categories. Additionally, popular K-pop artists like Lisa, RM, and Jung Kook, despite making significant global impacts, did not secure Grammy nods this year.
5. The Beatles Receive Recognition with Their Farewell Song
The Beatles find their way back into the Grammy spotlight with two nominations, including Record of the Year for their farewell track “Now and Then.” Sean Ono Lennon also earns a nod for Best Packaged or Special Limited Edition Product as the art director for the Mind Games commemorative release honoring his father, John Lennon.
6. Movie Soundtracks Get Their Moment with NSYNC and More
Films with viral music moments earned nominations, including Deadpool & Wolverine, which revived NSYNC’s classic “Bye, Bye, Bye,” competing for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media. Other films in this category include Saltburn, The Color Purple, Maestro, and Twisters, showcasing the ongoing popularity of movie-driven music moments.
7. First-Time Nominees: Willow Smith, Morgan Wallen, Sabrina Carpenter, and More
This year brought fresh talent to the Grammy roster. Willow Smith earns her first Grammy nomination for Outstanding Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals for “Big Feelings.” Other first-time nominees include country star Morgan Wallen, pop singer Sabrina Carpenter, rocker Kim Gordon, and hip-hop legend Pete Rock, marking a memorable year for newcomers.
The 2025 Grammy nominations have stirred excitement and conversation with Beyonce’s groundbreaking nominations and surprising absences for some major stars. The stage is set for an electrifying Grammy Awards night.
