Mariah Carey: Grammys Are Overrated

Mariah Carey, the singer behind gems like Always Be My Baby,‍ stirred conversation⁢ after⁢ downplaying the⁢ value of the Grammy Awards. In a recent “Over/Under” segment⁢ with Pitchfork,she offered her unfiltered view ⁤of music’s most prominent ceremony.

Grammys⁣ Didn’t Escape Her Criticism

Despite 34 nominations and multiple⁢ wins, carey said, “I think ⁢the Grammys are overrated.” She added with warmth, “But we love everybody.” her comment lands with striking clarity, delivered with both frankness ⁢and good⁣ humor.

Reports also note⁣ Carey has called both the show and the award itself “overrated,” signaling frustration with the Recording Academy’s treatment of her over⁢ the years. On the “Las culturistas” podcast last year, she claimed the Academy ‍”scammed” her, stating, “They toy with me.”

Her skepticism gains weight amid her rocky Grammy history. In ⁤1996, Carey‍ endured one of the biggest Grammy⁣ snubs, losing in all six categories for Daydream ⁤despite widespread acclaim.

In 2024, the Recording Academy did⁢ honor her with a Global Impact Award⁢ – a nod to her ⁤lasting influence, even as competitive wins have⁤ been scarce.

New Music Ahead

While reflecting on the Grammys, Carey ‍also previewed her⁤ next musical chapter. In a separate interview with Apple ⁢Music, she described⁤ her upcoming album as “a special occasion/Mimi’s emancipation,” indicating it is indeed nearly ‍complete. “It’s finished,” she said, while adding, “I don’t wanna tell too much about it as I just don’t want to reveal the whole thing.” ⁢A second single is reportedly on the ‍way.

Carey’s new single,‍ Type Dangerous, ⁢she called a⁤ “heavy record” with‍ “real weight,” promising that the album will also deliver ⁣the ⁤ballads fans expect. The ⁢track ‍samples Eric B. ⁤& Rakim’s Eric ‍B. Is President, ‍a project⁢ Carey said came about unexpectedly during a moment in Aspen, where music played and inspiration struck.