Elon Musk said that in order for Beyoncé to “win” the Best Country Album category, Jay-Z spent $20 million for radio airplay, $40 million for country music radio, and $110 million for downloads.
Serious questions have been raised about the integrity of major music awards as a result of the accusation, which has shocked the business and music industries.
Although many fans and industry insiders have long conjectured about how big record companies and artists influence award selections,
Musk’s charges have heightened the debate. Following Musk’s remarks, social media exploded in debates about whether Beyoncé’s triumph was legitimate.
While some argue that Beyoncé’s skill and reputation were sufficient to win the prize, others think that financial support was a major factor.
