Following the 67th Grammy Awards, discussions about artists who missed out on wins have taken over social media. One name that continues to spark debate is Nicki Minaj.
Despite being recognized as one of the most influential female rappers of all time, she has yet to win a Grammy—13 years after her first nomination.
Since earning her first Grammy nod in 2011, Nicki Minaj has been nominated more than 10 times but has never taken home the award.
This persistent snub has led to renewed conversations about the fairness of the Grammys, with many questioning how an artist of her caliber remains unrecognized by the Recording Academy.
Supporters argue that Nicki Minaj’s contributions to the music industry are undeniable. With multiple chart-topping hits, record-breaking albums, and a devoted global fanbase, she has continuously shaped the landscape of hip-hop.
Yet, while other artists she has inspired or collaborated with have won Grammy awards, she has remained overlooked.
Critics of the Grammy selection process believe that the Recording Academy often uses high-profile artists like Nicki Minaj to generate buzz and increase viewership, only to hand the awards to unexpected winners.
This has fueled claims that industry politics play a larger role than actual artistic merit in determining who receives the honors.
Nicki Minaj is not the only artist to experience such snubs. Other music legends, including Diana Ross, Tupac Shakur, Snoop Dogg, and Katy Perry, have also never won a Grammy despite their massive impact on the industry. This has led many to question whether Grammy wins truly reflect an artist’s talent and legacy.
The rapper herself has previously addressed the issue. In 2020, she called out the Recording Academy for overlooking her in the Best New Artist category in 2012 despite her commercial success that year. Her exclusion from Grammy wins remains one of the most talked-about controversies in the music world.
As fans react to this year’s Grammy results, many urge others to rethink how they judge artists based on awards.
If an artist as accomplished as Nicki Minaj has yet to win a Grammy, does the award truly reflect excellence in music, or is it simply a reflection of industry dynamics?
While Nicki Minaj continues to dominate the rap scene, break records, and influence new generations, the lingering question remains: will the Grammys ever acknowledge her impact with a well-deserved win?