Sabrina Carpenter is among several pop artists, including Beyoncé and Post Malone, vying for country Grammy nominations with her song « Slim Pickens. » Other non-country artists like MGK, Kesha, and T-Pain have also submitted tracks for various categories. The 2025 Grammy ballot reveals a diverse mix of submissions, highlighting a shift in genre boundaries as both established and emerging artists seek recognition across musical styles.
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Sabrina Carpenter est parmi plusieurs artistes pop, dont Beyoncé et Post Malone, en lice pour des nominations aux Grammy Awards country avec sa chanson « Slim Pickens. » D’autres artistes non-country comme MGK, Kesha et T-Pain ont également soumis des morceaux dans diverses catégories. Le bulletin des Grammy 2025 révèle un mélange diversifié de soumissions, mettant en lumière un changement dans les frontières des genres alors que des artistes établis et émergents cherchent reconnaissance à travers des styles musicaux variés.
Beyoncé and Post Malone are not the only pop icons vying for country Grammy nominations this year; Sabrina Carpenter is also in the mix.
The artist behind the hit « Espresso » has submitted her guitar-infused song « Slim Pickens » for consideration in both the best country song and best country solo performance categories. Although the Recording Academy’s country committee has historically turned down submissions from artists outside the genre, they accepted Carpenter’s track, potentially aiding her musical rise when nominations are unveiled on November 8.
This year is notable for the influx of artists traditionally not associated with country music now entering the genre — a significant detail revealed in the hidden 2025 Grammy ballot, not publicly disclosed but gathered exclusively.
ENTERING THE COUNTRY SCENE
Beyoncé and Post Malone achieved remarkable success on the country charts with their debut projects and are poised for multiple nominations this year. In addition to Carpenter, there are others making submissions to the genre, including MGK, Kesha, Gwen Stefani, Julia Michaels, T-Pain, Avril Lavigne, Marshmello, Noah Kahan, NEEDTOBREATHE, K. Michelle, and Yung Gravy, many of whom collaborated with country artists.
The Cyrus sisters may be competing for the country duo/group performance nomination, with Miley possibly in the running for her featured role on Beyoncé’s “II Most Wanted” — the second-largest hit from Cowboy Carter — while Noah might be recognized for his feature on Shaboozey’s “My Fault.”
A ROCK STAR IN THE MAKING
Megan Thee Stallion could be stepping into the rock realm. She has submitted « Cobra (Rock Remix), » featuring metal band Spiritbox, for best rock performance and best rock song. Childish Gambino has two accepted entries — « Lithonia » and « Running Around » — in the rock categories, alongside Lady Gaga, Norah Jones, Chris Stapleton, Jelly Roll, and Dolly Parton, who marked her foray into rock music last year.
A GAME PLAN TO FOLLOW
In 2020, Megan Thee Stallion had major hits with « Savage, » featuring Beyoncé, and the Cardi B duet « WAP, » but chose not to submit the latter to avoid self-competition. This tactic paid off, as she won two Grammys for « Savage. » Others would do well to consider similar strategies. Jelly Roll has five songs competing in the categories of best country song, best country/duo group performance, and best music video, which could split votes and hinder his chances. He’s also got four tracks in the running for record and song of the year, while Dolly Parton faces a similar situation with four entries vying for best pop duo/group performance.
CELEBRITIES IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Matthew Perry, the beloved Friends star, might receive a posthumous Grammy nomination for his memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, which has been put forward for best audio book. Michelle Williams is also nominated for narrating Britney Spears’ memoir, The Woman in Me. Other nominees include RuPaul, Jill Biden, George Takei, Nancy Pelosi, Liev Schreiber, Laura Linney, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rebel Wilson, and Grammy holders Whoopi Goldberg, Jack Black, Jimmy Carter, and Tiffany Haddish.
Dave Chappelle and Penélope Cruz are both up for best alternative music performance. Chappelle, a five-time Grammy winner, might get a nomination for his contribution to Travis Scott’s “Parasail,” while Cruz has a chance through her poetic narration on Residente’s “313,” which has also received a Latin Grammy nod.
THE POST MALONE PHENOMENON
Post Malone may emerge as the most nominated artist at the 2025 Grammys. He’s been warmly embraced by the country music community, likely leading him to be nominated in all four country categories. His country album and singles have experienced significant pop success, securing top nominations in album, song, and record of the year. He’s also featured in Taylor Swift’s popular track “Fortnight,” submitted for major awards, alongside his guest role on Beyoncé’s “Levii’s Jeans.” However, despite his potential for numerous nominations, he may struggle to win many awards due to competing entries within the same categories.
MORGAN’S TURN IN THE SPOTLIGHT
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