# BTS Walks Away From Grammys | Annapolis News

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Podcast: [Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/annapolis-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7681562)
Published: 2026-07-29T21:47:07+00:00
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BTS shocks the music world by boycotting the 2027 Grammys, rejecting a new “Asian pop” category they see as divisive — even though their hit “Swim” and album “Arirang” were poised for top honors. The group, via Instagram, insists music should be judged on artistry, not origin or language. Their stance echoes growing frustration within K-Pop circles over the category’s intent, which demands “meaningful use” of an Asian language — a bar “Swim” doesn’t meet. It’s not the first Grammy boycott — The Weeknd, Drake, and Frank Ocean have all skipped before — but BTS’s move underscores a deeper debate: can awards truly celebrate global talent without pigeonholing it? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/36a946912ba8f30c

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