Country music star Chris Stapleton has reportedly filed an official objection to Beyoncé’s recent Grammy win in the Best Country Album category. According to sources, Stapleton believes the award should go to artists fully dedicated to the country genre, rather than those who experiment with its sound. “Even she admits this is not a country album,” Stapleton allegedly stated in his complaint.
Beyoncé’s country-inspired album has sparked intense debate since its release. While some praise it as a groundbreaking crossover, others argue it doesn’t align with traditional country music. Her Grammy win has only intensified the controversy, with critics accusing the Recording Academy of valuing star power over genre integrity.
Stapleton, a celebrated artist known for his authentic country sound, has not publicly addressed the objection. However, his alleged actions highlight the ongoing tension within the industry about the definition and direction of country music.
The Recording Academy has yet to respond to the complaint, and Beyoncé has remained silent. Whether this objection will change anything remains to be seen, but it’s clear that the debate over country music’s identity is far from settled.
