2024 Grammy Nominations: Surprise winners and top snubs

The Grammy Awards seldom fail to deliver a mix of anticipated surprises and jaw-dropping snubs. The 2024 nominations continue this tradition, offering a mix of predicted successes and unforeseen disappointments.

Swift, SZA, and Rodrigo

Unsurprisingly, Taylor Swift secures nominations in album, record, and song of the year for the third time. SZA and Olivia Rodrigo join this elite trio, while Miley Cyrus and Jon Batiste add their names to the coveted Big Three categories, albeit with less certainty.


Boygenius, Billie Eilish, and Lana Del Rey each claim nominations in two of the Big Three categories. Notably, women dominate the nominations for both record and album of the year.

A Spotlight on Snubs and Surprises

Snub: Morgan Wallen

Despite his undeniable success on the charts, Morgan Wallen faces the cold shoulder from Grammy nominations. His album "One Thing at a Time" and the hit "Last Night" earn recognition but fall short of the best country album nod.
Surprise: Jon Batiste

Jon Batiste, an unexpected contender, secures nominations in album of the year and record of the year for "Butterfly."

Surprise: Victoria Monét

Victoria Monét claims nominations in record of the year for "On My Mama" and best new artist. As the least widely known artist in the top categories, Monét's dual nominations indicate potential breakthroughs and increased online searches.

Snub: Karol G and Peso Pluma

Latin music faces a setback as Karol G and Peso Pluma miss out on nominations. Despite recognition in specific categories, the absence of nods for album of the year and best new artist hints at the ongoing challenges in elevating Latin music in Grammy's premier categories.

Pleasant Surprise: Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus pleasantly surprises with nominations in record, album, and song of the year, marking a significant milestone in her career, particularly with the success of her single "Flowers."

Snub: Lainey Wilson

The country star, with seven CMA Awards in the last two years, is passed over for a Grammy best new artist nod. Despite eligibility, "Bell Bottom Country," which won a CMA award for album of the year, was overlooked for a Grammy nod for album of the year (though it is nominated for best country album).

Surprise: Dua Lipa

In an unexpected twist, Dua Lipa's "Dance the Night" from Barbie receives a nomination for song of the year, but not record of the year.

FAQs:

Q1:Who has won the most grammy awards?
Ans: Beyoncé secures the title of the most Grammy Award-winning artist with a tally of 32 Grammys.

Q2: How are Grammy winners decided?
Ans: The Academy's voting members contribute to the nominating process, selecting five finalists per category, and the final voting process to determine Grammy winners.