Over time, the reputation of the prestigious award ceremony has been tarnished by a number of scandals that sometimes arose with the rise of social awareness in this modern society.
- March 14, 2021
AceShowbiz - First presented in 1959, the Grammys are the first and widely considered as the biggest of the major music awards held annually. For this reason, talented musicians from all over the world often set their eyes on the awards as their highest goal. From U2 and Quincy Jones to Beyonce Knowles and Billie Eilish, the gilded gramophone trophies have been awarded to artists for their accomplishments for the year.
That, however, doesn't mean that the Grammys escape critical minds of industry experts and workers as well as music fans. Over time, the reputation of what is supposed to be a prestigious award ceremony has been tarnished by a number of scandals that sometimes arose with the rise of social awareness in this modern society.
While the Grammys still survive the tribulations and public's persecutions to this day, ahead of the 63rd ceremony to be held on Sunday, March 14, let's take a look at the biggest controversies that have been plaguing Grammy Awards over the years.