Fans are in uproar after G-Dragon’s highly acclaimed single “Home Sweet Home” failed to receive a single nomination at the 2025 MAMA Awards, despite its chart dominance and cultural impact throughout the year.
Released in November 2024, “Home Sweet Home” marked the long-awaited reunion of G-Dragon with BigBang members Taeyang and Daesung. The nostalgic track quickly rose to the top of the Circle Digital Chart in January 2025 and held strong on the charts for months, hailed by critics and fans alike for its emotional depth and timeless production. Many expected the song to secure major nominations such as Song of the Year or Best Collaboration.
But when Mnet released the official nominee list on October 16, the song was notably missing. Instead, G-Dragon’s more recent international release, “Too Bad” featuring Anderson .Paak, received nominations for Best Collaboration and Best Dance Performance. Fans pointed out the inconsistency, noting that “Too Bad” received international promotion while “Home Sweet Home” remained the biggest domestic hit by a male soloist this year.
Online backlash was swift and widespread. On platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit, fans questioned the award show’s criteria, citing streaming dominance and cultural relevance. “No nomination for ‘Home Sweet Home’? It topped every chart — this feels like a total snub,” read one viral post. Others echoed sentiments that the song had become one of the defining musical moments of 2025.
Industry insiders suggest the MAMA Awards‘ nomination process includes a mix of streaming data, expert evaluations, and global impact, which may have tilted favor toward G-Dragon’s more recent, globally marketed release. Still, many speculate that veteran artists like G-Dragon are often overlooked in favor of newer idols, despite their enduring influence.
This is not the first time legacy K-pop artists have been underrepresented at major awards. Yet, as fans argue, “Recognition matters.” The absence of “Home Sweet Home” from MAMA’s spotlight has left many questioning whether current awards systems truly reflect the pulse of the Korean music industry.
Despite the snub, “Home Sweet Home” remains one of 2025’s most beloved and successful songs, solidifying G-Dragon’s continued reign as a visionary and powerhouse in K-pop.
Sources: allkpop
You must be logged in to post a comment.