Beyonce’s Grammy Nominations: A Journey from 2000 to Now
Beyoncé’s relationship with the Recording Academy has been both intricate and groundbreaking, showcasing her remarkable journey through the world of music awards.
In 2023, Beyoncé achieved a monumental milestone by becoming the most decorated artist in Grammy history. However, her intricate relationship with the Recording Academy has been a complex saga stretching over two decades, filled with both triumphs and challenges that reflect her evolving artistry and the industry’s shifting dynamics.
At the start of the new millennium, the iconic superstar earned her initial nominations as part of Destiny’s Child. Following that, she embarked on a remarkable journey, accumulating numerous awards and accolades, particularly after her stunning solo debut in 2003. Two decades later, she made history by securing her 32nd win at the Grammys for the best dance/electronic recording with her chart-topping single, “Break My Soul.” This victory surpassed the previous record held by the late classical conductor Sir Georg Solti, establishing her as the artist with the highest number of Grammy wins to date.
Despite her extraordinary accomplishments, the label of “Grammy darling” does not seem to apply to Beyoncé. Even with her impressive track record at the award show, the Recording Academy has notably overlooked her in major categories such as Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year. At the time of her groundbreaking 32nd win in 2023, she had only captured one award in these prestigious divisions, specifically winning Song of the Year for “Single Ladies” in 2010, highlighting a curious disparity between her acclaim and recognition.
Regardless of this dynamic, Beyoncé stands as one of the most significant success stories of the Recording Academy. To honor her remarkable journey, Billboard has curated a comprehensive timeline detailing each of her Grammy nominations—a list that continues to expand with each passing year. Fans are encouraged to return each nomination season to see the latest updates on her accolades.
From the year 2000 to the present, you can explore every time Beyoncé has been nominated for a coveted Grammy Award. This timeline includes whether she won or not, showcasing her illustrious career in the music industry and her continuous impact on the music scene.
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Destiny’s Child’s “Bills, Bills, Bills” (2000)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocal, best rhythm & blues song
Which Did She Win? None
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Destiny’s Child’s “Say My Name” (2001)
Nominated For: Record of the year, song of the year, best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocal, best R&B song, best song written for visual media
Which Did She Win? Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocal, best R&B song
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Destiny’s Child’s “Survivor” (2002)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocal
Did It Win? Yes
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Destiny’s Child’s Survivor (2002)
Nominated For: Best R&B album?
Did It Win? No
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“Crazy In Love” (2004)
Nominated For: Record of the year, best R&B song, best rap/sung collaboration
Which Did She Win? Best R&B song, best rap/sung collaboration
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Dangerously in Love (2004)
Nominated For: Best contemporary R&B album
Did It Win? Yes
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“Dangerously in Love 2” (2004)
Nominated For: Best female R&B vocal performance
Did It Win? Yes
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“The Closer I Get to You” (with Luther Vandross) (2004)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals
Did It Win? Yes
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Destiny’s Child’s “Lose My Breath” (2005)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals
Did It Win? No
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Destiny’s Child’s “Cater 2 U” (2006)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals, best R&B song
Which Did She Win? None
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Destiny’s Child’s Destiny Fulfilled (2006)
Nominated For: Best contemporary R&B album
Did It Win? No
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Destiny’s Child’s “Soldier” (feat. T.I. & Lil Wayne) (2006)
Nominated For: Best rap/sung collaboration
Did It Win? No
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“So Amazing” (feat. Stevie Wonder) (2006)
Nominated For: Best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals
Did It Win? Yes
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“Wishing On a Star” (2006)
Nominated For: Best female R&B vocal performance
Did It Win? No
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B’Day (2007)
Nominated For: Best contemporary R&B album
Did It Win? Yes
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“Deja Vu” (feat. Jay-Z) (2007)
Nominated For: Best R&B song, best rap/sung collaboration
Which Did She Win? None
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“Ring the Alarm” (2007)
Nominated For: Best female R&B vocal performance
Did It Win? No
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“Beautiful Liar” (with Shakira) (2008)
Nominated For: Best pop collaboration with vocals
Did It Win? No
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Dreamgirls (2008)
Nominated For: Best compilation soundtrack album for motion picture, television or other visual media
Did It Win? No
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“Irreplaceable” (2008)
Nominated For: Record of the year
Did It Win? No
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“Me, Myself and I” (2009)
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