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Why is Morgan Wallen boycotting the Grammys?

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Morgan Wallen is boycotting the Grammys by not submitting his album or songs due to strained relations with the music industry after past controversies and a belief that the establishment does not want to recognize him. He joins other artists who have criticized the Grammys for perceived snubs and lack of representation.

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Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys

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  • Morgan Wallen will not submit his latest album or songs for Grammy consideration. 12s
  • Wallen's album has topped the Billboard charts multiple times. 20s
  • Past controversies have strained Wallen's relationship with the music industry. 31s
  • Wallen joins artists like The Weeknd, Drake, and Jay-Z in pushing back on the Grammys. 1m 5s
  • Wallen's popularity remains strong despite not participating in the Grammys. 1m 32s
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Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys
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CBS News
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Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys

Morgan Wallen will not submit his album or songs for Grammy consideration, confirmed by his team, despite commercial success.

Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys
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11 hours ago
Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys

Wallen's decision follows high-profile controversies, including a 2021 incident and a 2024 arrest, which strained his ties with the music industry.

Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys
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CBS News
11 hours ago
Morgan Wallen joins artists pushing back on Grammys

His move aligns him with artists like The Weeknd, Drake, and Jay-Z, who have protested the Grammys over snubs and lack of representation.

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