Beyoncé/ 2025 Grammy Nominations/ Grammy Awards/ Album of the Year/ country music/ diverse genres/ Grammy history/ representation in music/ Newslooks/ NEW YORK/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Beyoncé tops the 2025 Grammy nominations with 11 nods, pushing her to a historic total of 99 nominations. She dominates categories spanning genres, and her album “Cowboy Carter” is a favorite for Album of the Year. The nominations showcase diverse musical styles, but Latin music and K-pop remain underrepresented.
Beyoncé’s 2025 Grammy Nomination Quick Looks
- Record-breaking 99 Grammy nominations: Beyoncé becomes the most nominated artist in Grammy history with 11 new nods.
- Diverse category entries: She received nominations in pop, country, Americana, and melodic rap categories, marking her first time in country and Americana.
- Album of the Year spotlight: Her album “Cowboy Carter” stands out in a competitive lineup.
- Notable nominees: Post Malone, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, and Charli XCX among others also received multiple nominations.
- Representation issues: Despite varied genre representation, Latin music and K-pop categories are notably lacking.
Beyoncé Breaks Record with 2025 Grammy Nominations
Deep Look
Beyoncé has officially entered Grammy history with her leading role in the 2025 Grammy nominations. Her 11 new nominations push her career total to an unprecedented 99, establishing her as the most nominated artist in Grammy history, a record she previously shared with her husband, Jay-Z, at 88.
This year’s nods mark her debut nominations in the country and Americana genres, with her widely celebrated album, Cowboy Carter, leading her nominations for Album of the Year and Country Album of the Year. Beyoncé’s popular track “Texas Hold ’Em” also earned nominations for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Country Song of the Year. These entries affirm her versatility and appeal across genres.
Diverse Competition with New Faces
Post Malone, another prominent contender, made his first country music entries this year with his album F-1 Trillion. He received seven nominations, including Country Album of the Year and a collaborative nomination with Morgan Wallen for Country Song and Country Duo/Group Performance. Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Charli XCX also each received seven nominations, reflecting a competitive field. Notably, Charli XCX earned her first Grammy nod as a solo artist.
Kendrick Lamar’s track, “Not Like Us,” which addresses themes of rivalry in hip-hop, received multiple nominations, including for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Rap Song, and Music Video. Additionally, Lamar achieved a personal milestone by securing two simultaneous entries for Best Rap Performance. Other standout nominees include Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan, each with six nominations.
Representation Gaps Persist
Despite efforts by the Recording Academy to broaden genre representation, Latin music and K-pop remain largely underrepresented. Popular Latin and K-pop artists, including BTS members who released solo material this year, received no nominations in major categories, despite the rapid growth of these genres in the U.S. streaming market. The Academy’s CEO Harvey Mason Jr. noted that while progress has been made toward inclusivity, further work is needed to achieve fair representation across all music genres.
New Trends and Technological Influence
The Academy emphasized this year’s broader genre representation in major categories, such as the Album of the Year nominees, which include a mix of pop, jazz, and Americana influences. Albums like André 3000’s New Blue Sun and Jacob Collier’s Djesse Vol. 4 illustrate the varied stylistic trends represented this year. In another groundbreaking moment, The Beatles’ “Now and Then,” an AI-assisted release, secured a nomination for Record of the Year, with Mason Jr. underscoring the importance of recognizing technological contributions to music.
Notable Artists and Milestones
Dolly Parton, earning her 55th Grammy nomination, continues to make history with a nod for her audiobook Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones. This recognition puts her alongside legendary figures like Barbra Streisand and Jimmy Carter, who, at 100 years old, could become the oldest Grammy winner.
In the Best New Artist category, fresh talent including Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Khruangbin received nominations, highlighting the Academy’s aim to celebrate emerging voices.
The 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony will be broadcast live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 2 on CBS and Paramount+, providing a stage for both seasoned icons and rising stars in the industry.
