Will Blackpink Finally Earn A Grammy Nomination? A New Category Brings Hope
Key Takeaways
- Blackpink's single "Jump" is considered a strong contender for a Grammy nomination at the 2026 ceremony.
- The song performed well on Billboard charts, peaking at No. 28 on the Hot 100 and reaching No. 1 on the Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales chart.
- The most likely Grammy category for nomination is Best Dance Pop Recording, which Blackpink could potentially win.
- Blackpink would be only the second K-pop act to receive a Grammy nomination, following BTS.
- The group's success in electronic dance music with "Jump" may finally earn them recognition from the Recording Academy after years of success.
Blackpink has a significant opportunity to make Grammy history with their recent dance-pop single, "Jump," which is eligible for the 2026 ceremony. Despite being one of the world's biggest girl groups for over seven years, Blackpink has yet to receive recognition from the Recording Academy, a trend that suggests K-pop remains undervalued by the institution. "Jump" performed well on the charts, peaking at No. 28 on the Hot 100 and achieving No. 1 on the Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales chart, indicating a strong lean into electronic dance music. The group's best chance for a nomination appears to be in the Best Dance Pop Recording category, which has historically favored solo female acts. Alternatively, the single could be considered for the Best Dance/Electronic Recording category, though recent trends suggest voters are favoring pure electronic acts there. If nominated, Blackpink would join BTS as only the second K-pop act to earn a Grammy nod.
