BTS will not submit any music for consideration at next year's Grammy Awards. The boy band emphasised that they want music to be loved for what it is and not categorised by region or language.
'We decided not to submit to the Grammys this year': BTS
BTS members- V, Jungkook, Jimin, Jhope, Jin, Suga and RM wrote on their social media handles, "We decided not to submit to the Grammys this year. We want music to be heard and loved for what it is, rather than categorised by region or language. We sincerely thank ARMY and everyone who is always with us."
Army stands in solidarity with BTS over Grammys exit
ARMYs are supporting BTS over their decision to reject Grammys next year. Fans believe that the boy band using their platform to challenge the Grammys' Kpop box is 'absolute legend behavior'. Check reactions here:
Why is BTS boycotting Grammys 2027?
This decision reads as a direct rejection of the Recording Academy’s recent overhaul, particularly its introduction of five new Grammy categories in June.
Among these additions was Best Asian Pop Music Performance, a category designed specifically to honour tracks originating from or popular in Asian markets that feature significant use of one or more Asian languages.
By opting out, BTS sends a clear message against being compartmentalised by region or language. Rather than accepting a newly carved-out category, the group’s choice underscores their belief that music should be evaluated on its universal artistic merit rather than restricted by geographic and linguistic boundaries.