Did ‘Golden’ Win a Grammy? Tracking Jungkook’s Solo Award History
NEW YORK, 01 February 2026, Sunday – Since its record-breaking release, the debut solo album ‘Golden’ by BTS member Jungkook has remained a focal point of discussion regarding K-pop’s recognition by the Recording Academy. Despite massive commercial success and global chart dominance, the album has not secured a Grammy Award.
The ‘Golden’ Awards Journey
Released in November 2023, ‘Golden’ was eligible for consideration at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards (2025). Despite the lead single “Seven” (feat. Latto) reaching historic milestones on the Billboard Hot 100 and Spotify, the project did not receive a nomination from the Recording Academy. This outcome sparked significant debate among industry analysts regarding the criteria for the Pop and General Field categories.
As of today, February 1, 2026, Jungkook remains one of the most decorated soloists in K-pop history through other ceremonies, such as the Billboard Music Awards and MTV VMAs, even though a Grammy win for this specific body of work has remained elusive.
Key Facts: ‘Golden’ Commercial Performance
| Category | Achievement Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 3, 2023 |
| Lead Single | “Seven” (feat. Latto) |
| Grammy Status | No Wins / No Nominations |
| Major Awards Won | MTV VMA (Best K-Pop), Billboard Music Award |
The Impact of the 2025 Award Cycle
The 2025 Grammy cycle was highly competitive, featuring major releases from Western pop heavyweights. While ‘Golden’ surpassed 3 billion streams faster than any other album by a K-pop soloist, the Recording Academy’s voting body did not move the album into the final ballot for Best Pop Vocal Album or Album of the Year. Critics have often pointed to the high barrier of entry for non-English primary language artists in the General Field, despite ‘Golden’ being an English-language project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was Jungkook’s ‘Golden’ eligible for the 2026 Grammys?
No. The eligibility period for the 2026 Grammy Awards typically covers releases from late 2024 through late 2025. Since ‘Golden’ was released in November 2023, its primary window for eligibility was the 67th Annual Grammy Awards held in early 2025.
Has any member of BTS won a solo Grammy?
As of February 2026, no individual member of BTS has won a solo Grammy Award. The group as a whole has received multiple nominations in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category for “Dynamite,” “Butter,” and “My Universe,” but they have yet to take home the trophy.
What awards did ‘Golden’ win?
While it did not win a Grammy, ‘Golden’ and its singles won numerous other prestigious honors, including Top Global K-Pop Song at the Billboard Music Awards and several Daesangs (Grand Prizes) at South Korean award shows like the MAMA Awards and Golden Disc Awards.