The Top “Snubbed” K-Pop Artists Who Deserved To Win A GRAMMY, Ranked

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In 2024, several K-Pop artists submitted songs and/or albums for consideration in GRAMMY categories, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, and Best Music Video. Despite having worldwide popularity, chart-topping hits, and critical acclaim, only two K-Pop acts were even mentioned among the nominees for 2025.

The following K-pop acts have confirmed submissions for the 2025 #GRAMMYs Awards so far: pic.twitter.com/DVU3O6V94A

— Pop Core (@TheePopCore) October 7, 2024

Of these “snubbed” artists, who submitted songs and albums for consideration, who do you think should have taken an award home from the 2025 GRAMMY Awards? Fans voted. These are the top results!

7. Stray Kids – ATE

Every Stray Kids album brings something new and exciting to the K-Pop scene, and ATE is no exception. In an interview, the members described ATE as a genuine and authentic album that came with a lot of firsts for the group. It received 1% of the vote (188 votes).

6. Stray Kids – “Chk Chk Boom”

Coming in next is “Chk Chk Boom” with 2% of the vote (259 votes). If you haven’t heard this song yet, what are you waiting for?

5. Jimin (BTS) – Muse

Jimin is the first BTS member to make the list. His second solo album Muse received 2% of the vote (313 votes), and it’s worth listening to over and over again.

4. Jungkook (BTS) – “Standing Next To You”

Jungkook’s popular solo song “Standing Next To You” received 3% of the vote (370 votes). Instant classic!

3. Jungkook (BTS) – GOLDEN

With 6% of the vote (861 votes), Jungkook’s debut solo album, GOLDEN takes the third spot on this list.

2. Jimin (BTS) – “Who”

Jimin’s addictive hit single “Who” took the second spot on this list with 7% of the vote (1,045 votes).

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1. V (BTS) – “FRI(END)S”

According to 73% of voters, V’s solo song “FRI(END)S” definitely should have taken home a GRAMMY at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards!“FRI(END)S” received 10,164 votes.