Eminem has once again made it clear that his relationship with the Grammy Awards is firmly in the past. In a blunt and uncompromising statement, the rapper explained why he says he will never attend the award show again — and why he believes the ceremony has lost its meaning.

According to Eminem, his decision is not sudden. He says he explicitly warned organizers never to include his name or invite him back. In his view, the Grammys no longer represent artistic credibility, but instead rely on famous faces to promote the event while awarding trophies in ways he finds questionable.

Eminem described the show as “useless,” arguing that the selection process does not reflect real fan support or cultural impact. He claimed the awards often go to artists who lack a significant fan base or mainstream recognition, raising doubts in his mind about how winners are chosen.

The rapper said he could accept losing an award to artists such as Kanye West or Kendrick Lamar, whom he acknowledges as respected figures with massive followings and influence. In those cases, he said, the outcome would make sense.

What Eminem finds difficult to accept, however, is losing to artists he believes have little visibility or audience support. He questioned who exactly is voting for such winners, suggesting a disconnect between the awards and the listening public.

“So who voted for them?” Eminem asked, framing the issue as one of transparency and credibility. To him, the results raise fundamental questions about whether the Grammys truly reflect popular opinion or artistic impact.

Eminem also pointed to Nicki Minaj as an example he believes exposes flaws in the system. Despite her long-standing influence, commercial success, and devoted fan base, Minaj has never won a Grammy. Eminem questioned how that outcome could be justified, arguing that no female rapper has surpassed her in terms of impact.

His comments echo long-running criticism of the Grammys from artists across multiple genres. Over the years, performers have accused the Recording Academy of being out of touch with contemporary music, favoring certain styles or demographics, and failing to evolve alongside the industry.

Eminem’s remarks stand out, however, because of their finality. Unlike artists who continue to criticize the Grammys while still attending or submitting work, he has drawn a clear line. According to him, he has no interest in participating in a system he no longer respects.

The rapper’s history with the Grammys has been complex. He has both won and lost awards throughout his career, making his criticism particularly notable. Rather than dismissing the ceremony out of bitterness, Eminem framed his stance as a matter of principle.

His statement also reflects a broader shift in how artists measure success. In an era dominated by streaming numbers, social media engagement, and direct fan connection, traditional awards shows no longer carry the same weight they once did for every performer.

Eminem’s comments have reignited debate about whether the Grammys still matter in modern music culture. Supporters argue that awards remain an important form of industry recognition, while critics say they fail to capture the true pulse of listeners.

By declaring that he will never attend the Grammys again, Eminem joins a growing list of artists who have distanced themselves from the ceremony. His words underscore a wider skepticism about how music is evaluated and celebrated at the highest institutional level.

For Eminem, the conclusion appears definitive. He has made it clear that, in his eyes, the Grammys no longer represent artistic merit or popular support — and that is why, he says, he is done with the show for good.