Grammy Awards 2021: fans angry as BTS, Doja Cat and Chloe x Halle miss out
- BTS lose out to Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande for best performance; black singer Doja Cat and duo Chloe x Halle lose in three categories they were nominated in
- The Scammys hashtag trends as fans vent their anger on social media, and one winner, Billie Eilish, says her award should have gone to another performer
The Grammy Awards faced a backlash from fans after world-conquering K-pop outfit BTS were snubbed at the 63rd music industry awards ceremony, along with black American artists including sister duo Chloe x Halle and solo singer Doja Cat.
Many observers pointed to the Grammys’ long-running failure to recognise non-white talent as the reason the artists were overlooked despite stand-out releases and consistently promoting their music during the past year, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga’s Rain On Me beat out BTS track Dynamite for best pop duo/group performance, while both Chloe x Halle and Doja Cat lost in the three categories in which they were both nominated.
BTS and Chloe x Halle are not only fan favourites, but also respected in the industry – renowned for their performances, media appearances and hits that transcend genres and linguistic boundaries. The Grammys have regularly touted seven-member BTS on social media and featured them in various performances that showcase their distinct artistic flair.