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“You think I give a damn about a Grammy?/ Half of you critics can't even stomach me, let alone stand me. - The Real Slim Shady
[/p]Many are not familiar with the process of the how an artists nomination for a Grammy win, which is determine by 150 members who are in good standards with the academy. But, obviously the process has its flaws when it comes to rap artist.[/p]Case in point, superstar rapper
Eminem been nominated for 13 Grammy Awards throughout his illustrious career. However, despite being regarded as one of music's geniuses, he has never won a Grammy outside of the genre.[/p]Its evident the Grammy Committee does not like rap music (
In My Kanye Voice). This year
Eminem became the leading nominee with 10 nominations, including in the prestigious album, record and song of the year categories. But, walked away with just two: best solo rap performance and best rap album for "
Recovery".[/p]Hip-Hop has always had a contentious relationship with The Grammys. Hence, the reason why Jay-Z has not been present in the last couple of years.[/p]In 2002
Hov stated:
I am boycotting the Grammys because too many major rap artists continue to be overlooked. Rappers deserve more attention from the Grammy committee and from the whole world. If it's got a gun everybody knows about it; but if we go on a world tour, no one knows."[/p] Related posts
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