Morgan Wallen Opts Out of Grammy Nominations by Not Submitting Entries
Morgan Wallen Declines Grammy Submission
Morgan Wallen is opting not to submit his latest album, I’m the Problem, for Grammy consideration, thus continuing his streak of not receiving a solo nomination. He also won’t put forth any of the tracks he co-wrote for songwriting nominations, although his team is allowing others involved to submit their contributions.
Recent Artist Trends at the Grammys
Wallen’s decision aligns with a trend among notable artists who have chosen to withdraw from Grammy submissions recently. Names like Drake, the Weeknd, and Frank Ocean have all expressed dissatisfaction with the Grammy process, arguing that it often overlooks what resonates with contemporary audiences, especially within hip-hop and R&B.
Quotes from Artists
After refusing to submit Blonde, Frank Ocean remarked in a 2016 interview that the awards do not truly represent those from his background. He emphasized, “I think the infrastructure of the awarding system and the nomination system… is dated. I’d rather this be my Colin Kaepernick moment for the Grammys than sit there in the audience.”
Changes in the Recording Academy
The Recording Academy has acknowledged the need for change and has made strides toward diversifying its voting process and nominees. CEO Harvey Mason Jr. highlighted these efforts during the 67th Grammys.
Unlike Wallen, who has only received two nominations as a featured artist, the aforementioned artists have already achieved multiple Grammy wins. Wallen’s limited nominations occurred with the track “I Had Some Help,” alongside Post Malone.
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