Before we launch into this Grammys 2025 edition of Snubs and Surprises, let’s answer one question that may come up right at the outset: How can we characterize Beyoncé winning album of the year as a “surprise” when we repeatedly predicted it,

"I'd like to thank all the incredible country artists that accepted this album," Beyoncé said. Swift won the award herself in 2010.

Beyoncé, the most decorated Grammy artist in history, has won the 2025 award for Best Country Album for her 2024 smash record, "Cowboy Carter." Fellow nominee Taylor Swift presented her with the award.