BTS say they do not plan to put their music forward for Grammy consideration in the next awards cycle, even as a new category focused on Asian music draws attention. The move stands out because the group has previously been nominated for Grammys but did not win, making their latest position a notable development in global pop and awards coverage.
According to the report, the seven members shared the same Korean-language message online to make their stance clear. Rather than treating the new category as a target, BTS signaled that they are not interested in pursuing that route at the upcoming Grammy stage.
The decision is likely to fuel discussion about how major Western awards recognize Asian artists and K-pop acts. BTS have long been at the center of that conversation because of their worldwide success and earlier Grammy recognition that did not lead to a win.
By choosing not to submit songs, BTS are sending a message that their relationship with the Recording Academy will not be defined by a newly created category alone. Their decision adds another layer to the ongoing debate over representation, genre boundaries and how international artists are evaluated at the Grammys.
