15 Massive Hits That Never Won a Major Award

Oftentimes, you hear a song that is just so good it must have won some kind of award. After all, you’re hearing it everywhere, and everyone loves it, so it’s a clear deal. But you’d be surprised how many tracks, even the catchiest ones that won’t leave our head, remain unrewarded.

These are the songs that, at least to our standards, deserve more recognition. No matter if you discovered them on the radio, on an online platform or via recommendation, they are part of our lives and many others. Songs that defined their eras, but aren’t recognized as such.

Mr. Brightside, The Killers

One of the most enduring songs of the 2000s, “Mr. Brightside” has spent years on charts globally and remains a cultural staple. Despite its longevity and massive popularity, it never won a major industry award.

All the Small Things, Blink-182

A defining pop-punk anthem that helped bring the genre into the mainstream, the song achieved major commercial success and radio dominance. Even so, it never translated that impact into a major award win.

Call Me Maybe, Carly Rae Jepsen

A global smash that dominated 2012, “Call Me Maybe” became one of the most recognizable pop songs of its era. Despite multiple nominations and huge sales, it failed to secure an award victory.

Take Me to Church, Hozier

Blending soulful vocals with socially charged themes, the song became an international hit and critical favorite. Despite its reach and acclaim, it did not win a major award at prominent ceremonies.

Closer, The Chainsmokers

Spending 12 weeks at number one, “Closer” was one of the biggest songs of the 2010s. Its dominance across radio and streaming platforms did not result in a significant win.

Party Rock Anthem

A global party hit that defined an era of dance-pop, the song topped charts and became a cultural phenomenon. Despite its reach and staying power, it never won a major award.

Macarena, Los del Río

Known worldwide for its dance craze, “Macarena” dominated charts and pop culture in the 1990s. Its novelty appeal likely contributed to it being overlooked by major awards bodies.

Harlem Shake, Baauer

A viral sensation that reshaped how songs could reach number one, it exploded through internet culture. Despite its historic chart impact, it failed to earn a real win.

Low, Flo Rida

A defining late-2000s club hit, “Low” spent weeks atop the charts and became one of the decade’s biggest songs. Its commercial success did not translate into prestige recognition.

Too Close, Next

A massive R&B hit in the late 1990s, the song dominated charts and radio. Despite its success and influence, it never secured a major industry award.

Just Want to Be Your Everything, Andy Gibb

A chart-topping hit that helped define late-1970s pop, the song achieved widespread success. Even so, it failed to earn a major award despite its popularity.

Physical, Olivia Newton-John

One of the biggest hits of the early 1980s, “Physical” spent 10 weeks at number one. While certainly dominant, it did not secure a major award win.

The Twist, Chubby Checker

A cultural phenomenon that topped the charts in two separate years, “The Twist” remains one of the most influential songs ever. Its impact far outweighs its lack of awards.

Tik Tok, Kesha

A defining pop hit of the early 2010s, it spent weeks at number one and shaped the sound of its era. Even with its success, it did not win any awards.

Firework, Katy Perry

An era-defining anthem with massive chart success, “Firework” became one of Perry’s signature hits. Even with multiple nominations and strong cultural impact, it did not secure a major award like a Grammy.

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