Grammys 2025 sparks #Scammys backlash as Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift snubbed in major categories

The 67th Grammy Awards sparked widespread backlash as fans criticized major snubs, with Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift leaving empty-handed despite strong nominations.

Eilish, who was up for seven awards, including Album of the Year for Hit Me Hard and Soft and Record of the Year for Birds of a Feather, was considered a frontrunner. She even performed the song with her brother Finneas during the ceremony. However, in a shocking turn, the final Album of the Year award went to Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter—her first win in the category. As the winner was announced, Eilish was seen holding back tears, putting on a brave face.

Eilish wasn’t the only major artist to leave disappointed. Taylor Swift, nominated for six awards for The Tortured Poets Department, also failed to secure a single win, leaving fans enraged. Many took to X (formerly Twitter) to express frustration, with some calling the event the "Scammys." Others questioned how Birds of a Feather, one of the most streamed songs of 2024, failed to win Record of the Year or Song of the Year.

While some artists were left empty-handed, others dominated the night. Kendrick Lamar won Record of the Year and Song of the Year for Not Like Us, his diss track against Drake. Meanwhile, Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year after four past losses, making history once again. She also took home Best Country Album, marking her first major recognition in the genre. As her name was announced, Beyoncé sat in stunned silence, needing encouragement from her daughter Blue Ivy and husband Jay-Z before walking to the stage.

Other big winners included Sabrina Carpenter, who won Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Pop Solo Performance for Espresso, and Charli XCX, who secured Best Dance/Electronic Album for Brat and Best Dance/Pop Recording for Von Dutch. Chappell Roan was named Best New Artist.

As the night ended, fans and critics alike were left questioning the fairness of the Grammy voting process, reigniting debates about whether the industry’s biggest stars are truly being recognized.