Grammys fans erupt in anger, claiming the awards show is rigged, with Beyoncé’s stunned expression saying it all after her win.
Many fans are accusing the 2025 Grammy Awards of being rigged after Beyoncé’s shocking win for Best Country Album.
The 43-year-old singer appeared stunned when Taylor Swift announced her victory for Cowboy Carter at the Grammy ceremony, held at LA’s Crypto.com Arena on February 2.
This unexpected result has sparked accusations of a fixed competition.
Fans are convinced the Grammys are rigged
Fans quickly took to social media to voice their disbelief. Many cited Beyoncé’s husband, Jay-Z, who previously criticized the Recording Academy at the 2024 Grammys after Beyoncé was snubbed.
One X user (formerly known as Twitter) shared a photo of Beyoncé’s surprised expression and wrote, “Even she knows it’s rigged.” Another person posted, “No one listened to that album, the Grammys have always been rigged, and Jay-Z bought that prize for her.”
Beyoncé’s shocked reaction fuels rigging claims
Several viewers questioned the authenticity of the win based on Beyoncé’s reaction.
One commenter asked, “You expect people to believe the Grammys aren’t rigged when Beyoncé wins Best Country Album?”
Others pointed out her repeated late arrivals at previous Grammy shows, suggesting that this year’s win was planned.
Some fans even compared the situation to a conspiracy, calling it “as rigged as the NFL.”
Fans suggest Beyoncé didn’t deserve the win
Many fans felt that other country artists, like Lainey Wilson or Post Malone, were more deserving of the award.
One person tweeted, “Beyoncé won Best Country Album? The world has lost its mind.”
Another commented, “Post Malone is more country than Beyoncé!”
Many were critical of the fact that the album, Cowboy Carter, hadn’t received much buzz, with one user stating, “I literally heard NOBODY talking about that album.”
Beyoncé addresses her Grammy win
During her acceptance speech, Beyoncé expressed her shock and gratitude.
She said, “I really was not expecting this. I want to thank God. I am able to still do what I love after so many years.”
Beyoncé also thanked her collaborators and the country artists who supported the album.
She continued, “Sometimes, genre is a cold word to keep us in our place as artists. I encourage people to do what they’re passionate about and to stay persistent.” In closing, she thanked her family, including her daughter Blue Ivy, and the fans who supported her throughout the journey.
Beyoncé’s win for Cowboy Carter has sparked a range of reactions from fans.
Additionally, many are convinced that the Grammys were rigged, citing Beyoncé’s husband Jay-Z’s previous criticisms and her unexpected victory.
Despite the controversy, Beyoncé’s speech reflected her deep appreciation for her family, collaborators, and fans.