Playboi Carti is reportedly upset about not receiving any Grammy nominations for his recent album, Music. He shared his feelings directly with DJ Akademiks. The rapper expressed disappointment, feeling he had made efforts to gain industry recognition.

What Happened

DJ Akademiks reported that Playboi Carti felt snubbed by the Grammy nominations. Carti told Akademiks that he specifically aimed for industry recognition with his latest project. He mentioned changing his approach based on advice to create more global-sounding songs. Carti stated he brought in collaborators known for getting nominated. The rapper dropped Music on March 14th. This album became his third studio effort. It debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. The project earned 298,000 album-equivalent units in its first week.

Playboi Carti’s Album Details

The album Music** features a range of well-known artists. Guest appearances include Travis Scott, The Weeknd, and Kendrick Lamar. Jhené Aiko, Skepta, Future, and Lil Uzi Vert also appear on the project. Additionally, Ty Dolla Sign and Young Thug contributed to the album. Akademiks suggested the snub might be related to Carti’s unique sound. He also wondered if the rapper’s personality played a role. However, Akademiks ultimately questioned the significance of the nominations themselves.

Other Artists React to Snubs

Playboi Carti wasn’t the only artist expressing dissatisfaction with the Grammy nominations. Lil Wayne also took to social media to share his feelings. He congratulated nominees and winners but noted his own absence. Wayne stated he needs to work harder, as he usually does. Nicki Minaj also commented on the Grammys. She focused her criticism on host Trevor Noah. Noah made a joke about her support for Donald Trump. Minaj later responded strongly on social media. She questioned Noah’s sexuality and called out other celebrities

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