It may be hard to believe, but some of the biggest names in music still haven’t snagged a Grammy—the award viewed by many as the pinnacle of musical achievement. Despite hit songs, huge fan bases, undeniable talent, and culture-shifting impact, many artists go several years or entire careers without receiving a Grammy.
Whether it’s simply a result of tough competition or getting “snubbed”, you may be shocked by the following list of stars who (despite multiple nominations) have never won a Grammy.
Artists You Would Be Surprised Never Won A Grammy
Brian McKnight
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQWfADRsaCa/?img_index=1
Has received 17 GRAMMY Award nominations
Nicki Minaj
https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh7Iuwy-lt/?img_index=1
Has received 12 GRAMMY Award nominations
Diana Ross
Has received 13 GRAMMY Award nominations
Busta Rhymes
Has received 12 GRAMMY Award nominations
2Pac
Has received 6 GRAMMY Award nominations
Jennifer Lopez
Has received 2 GRAMMY Award nominations
Snoop Dogg
https://www.instagram.com/p/DEd2AExi_V3/?img_index=1
Has received 16 GRAMMY Award nominations
Notorious B.I.G.
Has received 4 GRAMMY Award nominations
Katy Perry
Has received 13 GRAMMY Award nominations
Post Malone
https://www.instagram.com/p/DDskNLNSnE9/?img_index=1
Has received 10 GRAMMY Award nominations
Vanessa Williams
Has received 11 GRAMMY Award nominations
Yasiin Bey
Has received 7 GRAMMY Award nominations
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