Harvey Mason Jr., the CEO of the Recording Academy, revealed the criteria for winning a Grammy Award in a TikTok video on February 5. According to Mason, winning a Grammy is solely dependent on the opinion of the Recording Academy's membership and the quality of the art, rather than factors like sales, streams, or an artist's fan base.
Mason clarified that to be eligible for a Grammy, an artist needs votes from the Academy's professional members who work in the U.S. music industry. He emphasized that the process is democratic, with members evaluating music submissions based on artistic merit during a given year.
Mason emphasized that the Grammy selection is not influenced by committees, journalists, or record labels, highlighting the exclusive role of music professionals voting for their peers.
The disclosure comes amid discussions around the nominations of Nigerian superstars for the Grammy Awards, generating interest and reactions on platforms like TikTok.
