Although Grammys are often ridiculed for being one of those awards, that are given-away to in huge numbers due to the countless categories they have every year – there are still some extremely popular and iconic actors who’ve never really had a tastes of being on that stage, as a recipient of the coveted gramophone trophy.
Regardless of the criticism that come their way, Grammys are still considered the most prestigious musical awards and annual celebration for the music industry, so naturally winning one does amount of an acknowledgement of the highest order, especially to those artists who’re just starting out and creating a brand for themselves.
But there are also those who’ve been in the biz for several decades, have had innumerable classics and chart-toppers with a career reeking of longevity, yet they’ve never had Grammy glory.
Today we look at those name, the popular ones albeit, you – despite all their success, have never won a single Grammy in their entire careers:
Diana Ross
One of the most iconic divas in showbiz- Diana Ross has been musically active nearly all her life since the 1950’s. But she’s yet to win a Grammy. She was given a Lifetime Achievement Award, but never won anything in the competitive categories.
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Nicki Minaj
Minaj has often been deemed by many as the Queen of Rap. With her innumerable features and chart-bangers in her hit-filled career, you’d think all the popularity and global appeal would have landed her a win, but no. She’s scored 10 nominations so far, but hasn’t won anything yet. Yikes!
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Brian McKnight
One of the most gorgeous male voices in R&b in the last 25 years, Brian has earned several nominations through the years – but has never won anything. The talented singer has been nominated a whopping 17 times, but no luck in winning yet.
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Katy Perry
Even during her peak ‘teenage dream’ years, when she was churning out one hit after another – breaking all sorts of chart records, Katy Perry failed to score a Grammy win. Perry has 0 wins on 13 nominations.
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Sia
Sia is one of the most talented artists out there. She has written some big hits for other singers, aside from boasting of a pretty fabulous catalog for herself as a soloist. But the singer-songwriter has yet to win a Grammy. She 9 nominations to her name.
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Tupac
One of the most iconic figures in Hip-Hop – Tupac has some of the most revered recordings in the genre, that earn him the title of one of the greatest to ever do it. But he too, never won a Grammy.
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ABBA
ABBA’s songs have been lasted through several generations and their incredible songwriting skills, gave them several memorable classics and hits. The group ranks among the best selling artists of all time, and yet with all their glory, they couldn’t add a Grammy win to their coveted hat.
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Queen
Regarded as the greatest Rock Band of all time by many, with skyrocketing sales and numerous classics that still inspire Rock aspirants after all these years, the Freddie Mercury-led band has never won a Grammy. It was nominated four times, but never won.
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Sammy Davis Jr.
The man has been cited by many as on of the all-time greatest entertainers. Sammy could dance, act, sing and make people laugh. He had it all. In his illustrious career he only got 3 nominations, but never won any.
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Jennifer Lopez
Lopez may not boast of a singular vocal or songwriting talent, but she’s got the hits. Many. But despite her longevity in the biz, and the many global hits – she has to her name, Lopez has never won a Grammy award.
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Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus has constantly reinvented herself with each new album she’s put out in her career. But that still hasn’t helped her score a Grammy win. Cyrus has been nominated 2 times, but hasn’t won it yet.
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Jimi Hendrix
Hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Jimi Hendrix is a classic figure in the world of Rock music. Even with songs like ‘Hey Joe’ and ‘Purple Haze’ under his belt, he never won a Grammy. In fact he was only nominated once, for his rendition of the Star Spangled Banner at the 13th Grammy awards.
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We just scratched the surface with some of the most shocking omissions from the ‘Grammy winners’ list. There are many other popular artists over the years, who’ve never won a Grammy – despite all their popularity.
Which omission shocks you the most?