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The nominee class for the 63rd annual Grammy Awards has officially been revealed. While the entire roster is replete with a wide array of talent, Beyoncé stands atop the pack with an astounding nine nominations. Queen Bey's "Black Parade" and "Savage Remix" with Megan Thee Stallion are present under several categories including "Record of the Year," "Song of the Year," "Best R&B Performance," "Best R&B Song," "Best Rap Song" and "Best Rap Performance." Additionally, the Houston-born artist is also in the running to win best music video for "Brown Skin Girl" and best music film for her...
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We Love To See It! Tiffany Haddish Nominated For Grammy For 2019 Comedy Special, ‘Black Mitzvah'

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By Brooklyn White · November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 You go girl! Tiffany Haddish has been nominated for a Grammy in the category ‘Best Comedy Album' for her 2019 special, ‘Tiffany Haddish: Black Mitzvah.' The actress has been featured in popular films like ‘Night School,' ‘Like a Boss,' and ‘Girl's Trip.' The Grammy-nominated special opened up with an explosive performance from Haddish and features dancing, singing, and comedic tales of Haddish's journey to success and of her journey as a Black woman. She also opens up about her Jewish heritage, as well as universal experiences like...
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Megan Thee Stallion In The Running For Four Grammy Awards

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By Brooklyn White · November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 2020 has proven to be a great year for the young star, Megan Thee Stallion, as she snags four Grammys nominations ahead of the 2021 show. This year marks the first time she has ever been nominated for the prestigious music award. She released her debut album, Good News, on November 20. The “Savage” rapper is Grammy-nominated for ‘Best New Artist, ‘Record of the Year, Best Rap Performance' and ‘Best Rap Song.' In the song categories listed, she is nominated for her 2020 remix of “Savage” featuring Beyoncé. The “Savage” remix climbed to...
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BTS Just Made History With Their First-Ever Grammys Nomination

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The show must go on. The Grammy 2021 nominations were announced on Tuesday, November 24, and there are so many artists to look forward to at music's biggest night.
The 63rd annual Grammy Awards will be held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles in January 2021. Trevor Noah will host the awards show, which will be broadcast on CBS. “Despite the fact that I am extremely disappointed that the Grammys have refused to have me sing or be nominated for best pop album, I am thrilled to be hosting this auspicious event,” Noah said in a statement. “I think as a one-time Grammy nominee, I am the best...
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Beyoncé's “Brown Skin Girl” Nominated For Best Music Video At The 2021 Grammy Awards

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By Brooklyn White · November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 Beyoncé's music film ‘Black Is King' was a much-needed cultural reset that served as an ode to Africa. One of the music videos from the Disney movie, “Brown Skin Girl,” a love letter to Black girls everywhere, has been nominated for Best Music Video at the 2021 Grammy Awards! Upon the release of the single in 2019, “Brown Skin Girl” became an international hit, sparking challenges and giving Black women the love the on-wax love that we deserve. The video was directed by Nigerian-British director Jenn Nkiru , whom ESSENCE spoke with...
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