What could have been.
This week, we learned that Travis Scott and Lady Gaga would both be performing on Sunday and now, it’s becoming clear that a slew of rappers actually turned down offers to sing. According to the New York Times, Drake, Childish Gambinoand Kendrick Lamar were all contacted to show off their skills on the Grammy stage but ultimately, all three chose not to go through with it.
Producer Ken Ehrlich spoke on the allure of the Grammy Awards, noting that each year, fewer hip-hop artists want to be involved. “The fact of the matter is, we continue to have a problem in the hip-hop world,” said Ehrlich. “When they don’t take home the big prize, the regard of the academy, and what the Grammys represent, continues to be less meaningful to the hip-hop community, which is sad.”
Representatives for Kendrick, Drake and Childish were unclear over whether the artists will be in attendance or not. It will be interesting to see who takes home the most meaningful prizes this weekend. Will you be tuning in?
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