The 20 Best Albums of 2018 (Part 1/2)

2018 gave us great albums, which some of them are now part of our favorite-albums-ever-personal-list. I have to admit that 2018 wasn't full of a lot of amazing albums; however, there were more than 20 best albums, but you know, I decided to chose only 20. As I always do, the following list is in date order, it means that, it isn't listed from best to worst or from my favorite to least favorite. I decided to ordenate them, according their released date. 

I also want to tell you that I chose these 20 albums following the next points: because of its musical production, if they show an evolution musically (according the artists/band/and so on), and if I really liked it or not.

Without lossing more time, here it is the 20 best albums of 2018, according to JusSayingg:

Kacey Musgraves – Golder Hour

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Release date: March 30th, 2018

The first album from this list goes to the American country music artist Kacey Musgraves, with one of the most beautiful albums of the year and also more one of the most acclaim. Firstly, I have to tell you that I don't usually listen to country music, but this album cought my attention and I felt like I had to listen it and I did! "Golden Hour" has stunning melodies and harmonizations, well writen songs and Kacey has a smooth voice that I loved. Lyrically, Kacey said that this album sings about her 20s, so you'll listen to love songs, breakups, faith, empowerment, fears, and other issues. I really recommend you to listen to it even if you don't usually hear country music. My favorite song was "Lonely Weekend."

The Weeknd – My Dear Melancholy, 

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Release date: March 30th, 2018

This "mini-album" made by The Weeknd was one of the first albums into pouring fire to 2018. "My Dear Melancholy," is the return to his roots, because it reminded me to his mixtapes's vibes ("House of Balloons," "Thursday," and "Echoes of Silence"), but showing us new beats and that his voice sounds better than ever. This album is brutally honest and we can listen to a hurting Abel singing about what his breakup and all of what it caused on his life. It's a darker, if we compare it to his previous album, but at the same time he explores a little of upbeat sounds, to make it a rollercoaster. My favorite one was "Wasted Times."

Kali Uchis – Isolation 

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Release date: April 6th, 2018

"Isolation" was one of the first albums to be "widespread acclaim from critics," it achieved 87 out of 100! And it was well deserved, because this album is not just one of the best debuts of 2018, but also one of the best revelation artists of the year. Kali Uchis is a Colombian-American singer and songwriter with a stunning voice and retro-style that I love. "Isolation" has 15 killer tracks, where she sings about her life, love, her lifestyle and other "bitchy" issues; believe me, this album is everything. "Tyrant" featuring Jorja Smith is my favorite track.

Janelle Monáe – Dirty Computer 

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Release date: April 27th, 2018

This list wouldn't be complete without Janelle Monáe's masterpiece titled "Dirty Computer." We all know that Janelle is one of the most complete artists from our era and this album proves it, each song is so well writen and produced that is impossible to hate one song. As it should be, "Dirty Computer" is very powerfull, because even when it's a conceptual album, it talks about real issues as sexuality, immigration, love, racism, violence, among others. My favroite track was "Screwed" featuring Zoë Kravitz.

Lykke Li – so sad so sexy 

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Release date: June 8th, 2018

Four years passed in order to have something new by Swedish singer-songwriter Lykke Li. Her fourth album titled "so sad so sexy", where she let us know why she's one of the best "emo" girls. It shows a big evolution musically, without lossing her very unique style and melancholic lyrics; the whole record is very honest, raw, fresh, and dark. I really loved how she explore trap sounds, mixed with her indie vibes, I can describe this album as a "successful mixture of emotions and sounds." I have to admit that was hard to choose just one track as my favorite, but I'll pick "Better Alone" (all songs are iconic!).

The Carters – EVERYTHING IS LOVE

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Release date: June 16th, 2018

Two giants from the music industry; Beyoncé and Jay-Z, finally together creating a powerful duet (in all aspects), we have to admit that we weren't expecting something like this, but we needed it! We also have to admit that "EVERYTHING IS LOVE" sounds like if Jay-Z would be a collaborator in Beyoncé's album, but that doesn't matter, right? This album in general is about their relationship, leadership and power. It's a well produced record and they let us know why they are who they are (in case you didn't knew it). "Boss" is my favorite song.

Years & Years – Palo Santo 

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Release date: July 6th, 2018

The English trio Years & Years did it again, after having an amazing debut album in 2016, they came back to present us their world "Palo Santo." The whole concept from this album is very creative and entertaining, making it as a whole experience not only to listen to, but also to watch in a short film they created. Musically, this album has less dark beats and it's more brigther, with upbeat songs and beautiful ballads. Lyrically, there are great songs about breakups, new love, confidence, sexuality, and relationships. My favorite one was "Hallelujah."

Capital Cities – Solarize 

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Release date: August 10th, 2018

The American indie-pop duo Capital Cities released their second album titled "Solarize" and I still can't get enough of it! They have a pretty unique style and they coulnd't make a bad song, even if they try to. I truly love how amazingly produced this record is and it's very fresh, without losing their essence. "Solarize" has 15 tracks, where you can sing about love, relationships, and there are some self-empowerment anthems. Musically, it shows an evolution and the result of experimenting with new sounds and instruments, it's very melodic, rhythmic and catchy. My favorite song was "My Name is Mars".

Nicki Minaj – Queen 

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Release date: August 10th, 2018
"Queen" is Minaj's first album in nearly four years and what an album! You could love her or hate her, but what you shouldn't deny are her skills as rapper. Through 19 tracks, Nicki Minaj throw some shades and "the generous queen" mostly focuses rapping about her leadership as one of the most successful female rappers of all the times. On the other hand, it sounds very fresh and there are great collaborations as in my favorite song, which was "Majesty" with Labrinth, featuring Eminem.

Ariana Grande – Sweetener 

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Release date: August 17th, 2018

It's very exciting to witness the evolving of one of the most complete young artists from our times. Since Ariana Grande released her debut album in 2013, she has been gaving us just greatness and bops. "Sweetener" has a very interesting concept, which at first was a little confiusing and for some people "strange," but it's just an example of how Ariana likes to try new things. The album is very experimental and we weren't used to expect somethings like that from Ariana, but I'm so happy that she decided to venture out to explore a different "world." My favorite track was "breathin".

This is the end of the first 10 best albums of 2018, to see the other 10 click here

The 20 Best Albums of 2018 (Part 2/2)

This is the second part of the list of the 20 best albums of 2018 according Jus' Sayingg.

I want to tell you that I chose these 20 albums following the next points: because of its musical production, if they show an evolution musically (according the artists/band/and so on), and if I really liked it or not.

Troye Sivan – Bloom 

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Release date: August 31st, 2018

Here it comes another fascinating young artist that has proven how great you can be when you really know who you are and what you want. As "universal acclaim" has been described "Bloom," which is Troye Sivan's second album, imagine how ahead is Troye from tha game, that in only a few years he has shown all of his talenten and how far he can go with her music. This record has beautiful songs about love, breakup, and sexuality. Musically, it has an 90s vibe pop and it's very catchy and enjoyable. My favorite track is "Dance to This" (featuring Ariana Grande).

Metric – Art of Doubt 

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Release date: September 21st, 2018

You could say that 2018 was just reggaeton or trap, but Metric came to save us from all that reppetitive stuff. "Art of Doubt" is the seventh studio album by Canadian indie rock band and it was one of the best albums that were released in 2018. Why? Because it has the great alternative rock and synth-rock sound, it's pretty fresh, catchy and it sounds somehow familiar. This album talks about different issues; such as, search of a new life, pain, love, obssesion, taking risks in life, among others. Metric did an amazing job with this album and it was a savior from all the same stuff from radio. My favorite track was "Love You Back".

Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper – A Star is Born 

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Release date: October 5th, 2018

What Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper did with the original soundtrack for the film "A Star is Born" is pretty special; however, we won't talk about if the movie was good as good as the music, but the soundtrack is glorious. If you didn't watched the movie, you don't have to do it to love this album. Bradley blew my mind, because I didn't knew how well he could sing and well, all we know the amazing skills of Lady Gaga. "A Star is Born" soundtrack has fascinating songs, each track is a masterpiece; lyrically, musically, the production, the melodies and rhythms, their vocals, everything is on point. My favorite track by Gaga was "Is That Alright?" and by Bradley was "Out of Time".

twenty one pilots - Trench 

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Release date: October 5th, 2018

Let me tell you that the first time that I heard it, I wasn't sure about if I liked it or not; however, as I listened to it a couple of more times, I understood the whole concept and the "world" they created. "Trench" is the first album by twenty one pilots that made me emotional, because it's very honest and raw. Tyler sounds very vulnerable and he sings about personal issues, in a way that hits you hard with his vulnerability. Musically, it has explosive tracks, but most of the songs are type of ballads. My favorite track was "Bandito".

MØ – Forever Neverland 

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Release date: October 19th, 2018

After four years without releasing a full-length, the Danish singer and songwriter MØ came to let us know why she's one of the best artists from our times. "Forever Neverland" is the proof tha she's very multifaceted when it comes to re-creating herself. This new record sounds fresh and joyful, even when most of the tracks are nostalgic. MØ is a great singer and in this album, I feel like she's finally "boasting" her singing skills and as songwriter. My favorite track was "Red Wine" featuring Empress Of.

Robyn – Honey 

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Release date: October 26th, 2018

This is Robyn's eight album and it was also released after eight years of hiatus! The wait was worth it, because "Honey" is full of her electro-pop style and it was "universal acclaim", scoring 89/100. Robyn has made a unique album that sounds very innovative, even when she's "reviving" the vibes of the disco and dance without letting her pop essence. I don't have anything more to say about it, because when something is well done, it doesn't need much explanation. My favorite track was "Send to Robin Immediately".

Rosalía - El Mal Querer 

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Release date: November 2nd, 2018

This is the first time that I decided to choose an album in Spanish, but believe me, it's totally worth it. "El mal querer" (English: Bad loving) is the second studio album by Spanish singer Rosalía and it's a masterpiece. This record has 11 tracks, where we can immerse ourselves in her flamenco-pop, synth-pop, seguidilla, tango, fandango, and alternative sounds. It's also the first time that I listen to this music genre, you know, I'm Mexican so I'm not used to listen to flamenco music. Lyrically, "El mal querer" is a whole story inspired by a book that she read, so each song tells a chapter of it. If you don't speak/know Spanish, it doesn't matter, you'll love it. My favorite track was "Pienso en tu mirá" (Cap. 3: Celos).

Mon Laferte – Norma 

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Release date: November 9th, 2018

Here it is another album in Spanish, but this time is by Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte. "Norma" is her second name and it was chosen as the title for her fifth album, she also said that she thinks it's her favorite record up to date, because of all the things that she lived in the making of the album. I want to tell you, "Norma" was recorded at Capitol Records studio in Los Angeles without editing and done in one shot! This album is so beautiful and magestic. Musically, it's a mixture between salsa, mambo, danzón, cumbia, and pop. Lyrically, you'll find songs about love, breakups, relationships, and pain. I'll repeat it, even if you don't speak Spanish, listen to it! My favorite track was "Si Alguna Vez" featuring El David Aguilar.

Muse - Simulation Theory 

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Release date: November 9th, 2018

"Simulation Theory" is the eighth studio album by English rock band Muse and this is another example of a stunning re-creation of the band. This album could be described as synth-rock, alternative-rock and pop. Personally, I really loved this new one, because it sounds different, but not too different; you still know that you're listening to Muse. Evolution is necessary and that's what Muse is doing, they still have their unique style, amazing guitar solos, powerful lyrics, and that good stuff that they always give us. My favorite track was "Break It to Me".

Rita Ora – Phoenix 

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Release date: November 23rd, 2018

Surprisingly cohesive and consistent, Rita Ora came to present us her second studio album "Phoenix", after six years of wait. I have to accept that I wasn't waiting something as good as this album, but do not misunderstand, I love her style and music; however, her debut album released in 2012 wasn't that cohesive and consistent as this one. Certainly, Rita has reborn as a phoenix. Lyrically, it has great songs about the complexity of love, pain, breaukups, being lost, lovers, among others. Honestly, I loved it. My favorite track was "Let You Love Me".

These were the 20 best albums of 2018 according to me and I really would like to know what do you think about it. Have you every hear one of these? What's your favorite one? Do you agree with the list? Which othe album was missing according you? Let me know your opinion and don't forget to share this post if you liked it.

Click here to read the part 1 of this list

Click here to listen to the playlist I made in Spotify with the best songs from this 20 best albums of 2018

The 10 Best Debut Albums of 2018

2018 hasn't been just an unforgettable year for some of us, but also for several new artists who had the opportunity to release their debut album. Personally, there wasn't a lot of amazing debut albums; however, these next 10 are the best from the best. Just let me tell you that women are leading it!
I also want to tell you that I chose these 10 albums because of its production, essence, style and if that artists is really giving us something new and fresh in this music industry full of similarities. Rememeber, these 10 best debut albums are according to me; Jus Sayingg!
As I always do, the following list is in date order, it means that, it isn't listed from best to worst or from my favorite to least favorite. I like to ordenate them according their released date. 
So here it is, the 10 best debut albums of 2018 according Jus Sayingg.

Camila Cabello - Camila

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Release date: January 12th, 2018

"I decided to call it by my name, because this is where this chapter in my life ended. it started with somebody else’s story, it ended with me finding my way back to myself." Said Camila Cabello about her self-titled solo debut album. I have to admit that since the start, I knew that Camila was going to have the success that she's having, because she's one of the most charming and popular young singer from our times. "Camila" is an album with 11 carchy latin-tropical tracks, with lyrics about self-love, pain, her hometown, relationships and other life issues. My favorite song was "She Loves Control".

ionnalee - Everyone Afraid to Be Forgotten 

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Release date: February 16th, 2018
The Swedish singer and songwriter ionnalee released her but album as solo artists, after letting aside her electronic music and audio visual project iamamiwhoami. ionnalee came back to bless us with her original and magical style. If you haven't hear about her, let me tell you that "Everyone Afraid to Be Forgotten" is an incredible album where you will find raw and unapologetic lyrics, catchy chorus, stunning synth-pop songs, her beautiful and powerful voice. The album has tracks about her personal insecurities, solitude, love and other deep issues. It could be a complex album if it's the first time that you hear it, but with the time, you'll love it. My favorite song was "Not Human".

Hayley Kiyoko – Expectations 

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Release date: March 30th, 2018

"[Expectations are my biggest strength] because I set such high expectations for myself. But it also is my biggest weakness because I’m constantly let down by myself and other people." Told Hayley Kiyoko about her debut album titled "Expectations" and I have to tell you that it was well received from all her fans and critics, because of her production and great lyrics. This is a synth-pop album and each song has its own personality, so it makes it very chill and ecstatic at the same time. On the other hand, she stands as one of the most important artists for the LGBT community, because with her music she's opening the door for more artists as her. My favorite song was "Sleepover".

Cardi B - Invasion of Privacy

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Release date: April 5th, 2018

This list wouldn't be complete without one of the most successful and popular rappers from all the times, Cardi B with her debut album "Invasion of Privacy". In the streaming era, Cardi B started with one of the best decisiones that she ever could take, release her album just in digital (not in CD format) Carbi B is everywhere: TV, radio, internet, everywhere! I really like her "wild" style and how funny she is, I know that we're talking about her music and not about her personallity, but she embodied her essence in her songs. The truth is  "Invasion of Privacy" is a well produced album and that's why it's in this list. My favorite track was "Ring" featuring Kehlani.

Kali Uchis – Isolation 

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Release date: April 6th, 2018

"Isolation" by Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis, was one of the first albums from 2018 that received widespread acclaim from critics, attaining 87/100. Kali isn't only a great songwriter, but also an amazing singer, she has a beautiful-powerful-soft voice tone that give to the songs an "extra". "Isolation" has songs about how she has reached her goals, love, sexuality, about being bitchy, unapologetic, and ambitious. Believe me, the whole record is a masterpiece and it is just the start, I'm pretty sure she will keep blessing us with her unique style. My favorite song was "Tyrant" featuring Jorja Smith.

 Anne-Marie – Speak Your Mind 

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Release date: April 27th, 2018

British singer Anne-Marie released her debut album titled "Speak Your Mind" and that's a perfect title to describe the concept from the whole record. Anne-Marie could be well known as an amazing song collaborator, but as a solo singer she's even better! She has one of the best vocals and her style is very unique, because she's very sassy and honest with her lyrics; she really sing about what she thinks without any filter. "Speak Your Mind" is a pop album with tropical melodies and that kind of upbeat tracks that all we love. My favorite song was  "Can I Get Your Number".

Jorja Smith – Lost & Found 

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Release date: June 8th, 2018

Another new artists that we thank for her existence, because what Jorja Smith did in her debut album "Lost & Found" is glorious. We're in a great era for the R&B and Jorja is one of the best new exponents of this musical genre. What I really liked from this album was not only her vocals, but also the music style; it feels like the 90s R&B, you know, it's very sensual and ecstatic. "Lost & Found" has songs about selflove, relationships, breakups, solitude, and other personal issues. My favorite song was "On Your Own".

Bebe Rexha – Expectations 

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Release date: June 22nd, 2018

"I think I was kind of like…life is so unexpected, I was just happy, I was sad, I was just growing up and learning that in certain things in life you just never know what’s gonna happen, and that’s what this album is about." Said Bebe Rexha about her debut album "Expectations" and it was well described, because during the album Bebe sings about different life issues. Personally, I noticed a musical evolution if we compare it with the previous EPs that she initialy released. "Expectations" has amazing catchy tracks and I like that it has different rhythms, but at the same time is coherent. My favorite song was "Shining Star".

MNEK – Language 

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Release date: September 7th, 2018

One of the most underrated debut album from the year, yet one of the best. British singer-songwriter MNEK released his long-awaited debut studio album "Language" and what a body of work! The whole album is so brilliant and smarth, the production is on point and the lyrics are very sassy and catchy. One thing that I loved from it, is the way in which the songs are linked among them by great transitions. In this album, he's embracing his sexuality and relationships; it could say that they whole record is about discovering love and all the things that it includes. My favorite track was "Correct".

Ella Mai – Ella Mai 

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Release date: October 12th, 2018

Here it comes another talented British presenting us her eponymous debut album "Ella Mai". This is an R&B album and it is another prove that this music genre is growing in the new young artists, it's starting to become more and more popular again. Ella Mai has created an amazing concept with this album, because she uses her name as an acronym to convey the meaning of the album; each letter from her name is like a chapter. Her fresh sound, beautiful voice and skills as songwriter have made her to release one of the best debut albums of 2018. My favorite track was "Dangerous".

These were the 10 best debut albums of 2018 according to me and I really would like to know what do you think about it. Have you every hear one of these? What's your favorite one? Do you agree with the list? Which othe album was missing according you? Let me know your opinion and don't forget to share this post if you liked it.

Click here to listen to the playlist I made in Spotify with the best songs from this 10 best debut albums of 2018

Justin Timberlake & his Super Bowl LII Halftime Show

The Super Bowl LII Halftime Show took place on February 4, 2018 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as part of Super Bowl LII and Justin Timberlake was in charge of the halftime show. In this new post I will tell you my opinion about it and also I'll give you the chance of watch again (in case you want it), remember, this is Jus' Sayingg!

All we know that the halftime show is even more expected than the game in itself, so thanks to the previous artists who had the opportunity to make the show (Gaga, Bruno, Katy, so on), we were expecting something "amazing," full of technology and a lot of production (at least, I was waiting for that). However, Justin came with simplicity and enjoyable show.

Personally, I really like Justin Timberlake's music style and what he does as performer, that's why I was expecting something else. I have watched a lot of his performances that he has presented in different awards and in his tours, so I already knew what he was going to do in the halftime show; nevertheless, I was thinking that maybe, he was going to give us something more, something different. The show of the Super Bowl was so Justin, everything was what we are used to see from him, his dance moves, even the style of the stage was so Justin, nothing out of normality.

Justin Timberlake sang eleven tracks: 

• Filthy
• Rock Your Body
• Señorita
• SexyBack
• My Love
• Cry Me a River
• Suit & Tie
• Until the End of Time
• I Would Die 4 U (Prince cover) (with recording of Prince on screen)
• Mirrors
• Can't Stop the Feeling!

All of those songs are very famous (at least, that's why I think) and even when he has bops, the version that he decided to play in the show weren't as good as the songs; for example, "My Love" and "Sexy Back" are that kind of songs that will make you dance and sing (even if you don't want to), but that didn't happen, because he mixed the beats and it didn't work (for me). On the other hand, I felt like he didn't sing as much as he should, I don't know if he was pretty nervous or tired, but he didn't look as energetic as he normally is.

We have to admit that we are very used to see eccentric shows and the simplicity is something that some of us may associate with something boring or "not enough." I don't know who's fault, but when it comes to a show, we want (almost) impossible things. It was a good show, but I'm not pretty sure if it will be memorable.

Tell me guys, what do you think about my opinions? Do you agree? Did you like the show? What's your favorite halftime show ever? Write it down and let's keep in touch, comment and / or share this blog. Remember that the official twitter of this blog is @JusSayinggBlog and Facebook @JusSayinggBlog also my staff is on the left top of this page. Thanks for still been here and see you later with new posts!

The 60th GRAMMY Awards, do you agree with the winners?

Winners of the night

The 60th GRAMMY Awards were held on January 28th, 2018 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, so we already enjoyed the show and know who were the winners of a Grammy.

As I said in the previous post of this same topic, the nominees from this year were very "scandalous," because according to some people (and even me), the list of nominees in some categories were unfair and/or there were a missing of some other artists. In this post, I will show you the winners, my opinion about it and if I was right with the predictions that I did. Are you ready?! (Remember, I will talk just about the 20 most insteresting categories)

By the way, Bruno Mars was the king of the night and Kendrick Lamar was the prince.

1. Record Of The Year

WINNER: 24K Magic - Bruno Mars 

(My prediction were Redbone - Childish Gambino or HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar)

The truth is that it was a big surprise to me (and maybe for a lot of other people too), that Bruno have won this category. It's a good song, but I'm still not very sure if it was "the record of the year of 2017." However, I'm happy that "Despacito" didn't won (#SorryNotSorry).

2. Album Of The Year

WINNER: 24K Magic - Bruno Mars 

(My predictions were 4:44 - JAY-Z and DAMN. - Kendrick Lamar)

Another one for Bruno Mars! It was also the "surprise" of the night, I mean, Bruno won instead of Jay-z or Kendrick! Bruno Mars is an amazing artists, he dances well, sings well, and more; however, I don't feel like he should have won the category. On the other hand, I wanted that Lorde would won, because "Melodrama" is a masterpiece and I think that she deserved a Grammy for that album. For me, it was like a disrespect for Lorde and her album. She deserved more!

3. Song Of The Year

WINNER: That's What I Like - Bruno Mars

(My prediction was correct!)

This is the first category where I was right with my prediction, I chose Bruno Mars as the winner with his song "That's What I Like".

4. Best New Artist

WINNER: Alessia Cara

(My predictions were SZA and Khalid)

I'm not totally in agreement with the winner, but at the same time I feel like she deserved it. Nevertheless, I have to be honest and I wanted to see SZA winning this category.

5. Best Pop Solo Performance

WINNER: Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran

(My prediction was right!)

Even when I said that Ed was going to be the winner, I wanted to see Kesha winning her first Grammy for her song "Praying". But it's okay, Ed Sheeran deserved this Grammy for this category.

6. Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

WINNER: Feel It Still - Portugal. The Man

(I was right in my prediction!)

Again, I chose this song as the song that should win this category and I feel happy that Portugal. The Man won it.

7. Best Pop Vocal Album

WINNER: ÷ (Divide) - Ed Sheeran

(My prediction was correct)

8. Best Dance/Electronic Album

WINNER: 3-D The Catalogue - Kraftwerk

(My prediction was Mura Masa - Mura Masa)

I have to say that I disagree with this, because this is a live album and I feel like it's not that fair. Mura Masa deserved it!

9. Best Rock Album

WINNER: A Deeper Understanding - The War On Drugs

(My prediction was Hardwired...To Self-Destruct - Metallica)

10. Best Alternative Music Album

WINNER: Sleep Well Beast - The National

(My predictions were Humanz - Gorillaz and Everything Now - Arcade Fire)

11. Best R&B Performance

WINNER: That's What I Like - Bruno Mars

(My prediction was The Weekend - SZA)

Well, Bruno Mars was the king of the night and even when I'm not totally disagree, SZA (again) deserved a Grammy.

12. Best R&B Song

WINNER: That's What I Like - Bruno Mars

(My prediction was correct!)

13. Best Urban Contemporary Album

WINNER: Starboy - The Weeknd

(My prediction was correct!)

I'm so happy that The Weeknd won this category because, honestly, "Starboy" is an amazing album; however, this album is so good that it should have be nominated for more categories.  

14. Best R&B Album

WINNER: 24K Magic - Bruno Mars

(My prediction was right!)

15. Best Rap Performance

WINNER: HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar

(My predictions were Bodak Yellow - Cardi B and 4:44 - JAY-Z)

It's very surprising that Jay-z didn't won, but I agree with the decision of the academy.

16. Best Rap/Sung Performance

WINNER: LOYALTY. - Kendrick Lamar Featuring Rihanna

(My predictions was Family Feud - JAY-Z Featuring Beyoncé)

I agree with the decision of the record academy, they deserved it.

17. Best Rap Song

WINNER: HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar

(My prediction was correct!)

18. Best Rap Album

WINNER: DAMN.- Kendrick Lamar

(My prediction was correct!)

It's still very surprising that Jay-Z haven't won (again), but I'm happy for that, because let's be honest, Jay-Z already have like a million of Grammys.

19. Best Song Written For Visual Media

WINNER: How Far I'll Go - (Auli'i Cravalho) - Track from: Moana: The Songs

(My prediction was I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker) - (ZAYN & Taylor Swift) - Track from: Fifty Shades Darker)

20. Best Music Video

WINNER: HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar

(My prediction was correct!)

The music video for "HUMBLE." is pretty dope and well done; however, I wanted to see Jain winning her first Grammy for the music video of "Makeba".

I had 10 correct predictions (out of 20) and I feel good about that (ha!).  Some other artists also deserved a Grammy for what they did, but at the end, the people from the record academy decide who has to win. I have to say that I'm kind of sad, because Lorde didn't won something for "Melodrama", for me, it was "the album of the year."

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The 60th GRAMMY Awards, who should win & who will win?!

The 60th GRAMMY Awards will be held in New York, on January 28th and I think that it's the perfect time to talk about the nominations from this year. The truth is that since the nominees where released, there were a lot of opinions aginst it, because there were some artists that weren't in the list (and others that shouldn't be there , as always). Today, I will tell you who should win and who will win, according to my thoughts, remember this is Jus' Sayingg! (I will choose the 20 most interesting categories)

1. Record Of The Year

(Award to the Artist and to the Producer(s), Recording Engineer(s) and/or Mixer(s) and mastering engineer(s), if other than the artist.)

• Redbone - Childish Gambino: This song should win, I really love everything in this track.

• HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar: However, I feel like this song will win this category.

• Despacito - Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber

• The Story of O.J. - JAY-Z

• 24K Magic - Bruno Mars

2. Album Of The Year

(Award to Artist(s) and to Featured Artist(s), Songwriter(s) of new material, Producer(s), Recording Engineer(s), Mixer(s) and Mastering Engineer(s) credited with at least 33% playing time of the album, if other than Artist.)

• Melodrama - Lorde: Personally, this is my album of the year 2017 and this should win, but...

• 4:44 - JAY-Z: This battle of the winner will be between this album and...

• DAMN. - Kendrick Lamar: This other album could win.

• "Awaken, My Love!" - Childish Gambino

• 24K Magic - Bruno Mars

3. Song Of The Year

(A Songwriter(s) Award. A song is eligible if it was first released or if it first achieved prominence during the Eligibility Year. (Artist names appear in parentheses.) Singles or Tracks only.)

• That's What I Like (Bruno Mars): The truth is that I'm not pretty sure of who should win in this category, but personally, this song by Bruno is the best one in this list (according to me).

• Despacito (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber): But I just don't know why, but I feel like this song will win and I'm not very happy with it (I just don't like it).

• 4:44 (JAY-Z)

• Issues (Julia Michaels)

• 1-800-273-8255 (Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid)

4. Best New Artist

(An artist will be considered for Best New Artist if their eligibility year release/s achieved a breakthrough into the public consciousness and notably impacted the musical landscape.)

• SZA: I feel like SZA should win in this category, she's a great singer and her debut album is impressive!

• Khalid: Nevertheless, I think that Khalid will win and it's ok with me (but SZA would be better, ha!).

• Alessia Cara

• Lil Uzi Vert

• Julia Michaels

5. Best Pop Solo Performance

(For new vocal or instrumental pop recordings. Singles or Tracks only.)

• Praying - Kesha: This song is pretty beautiful and Kesha's voice shines in this track. I really think that "Praying" should win.

• Shape of You - Ed Sheeran: But let's be honest, "Shape of You" was one of the most popular song of the past year and I think that it will win. I like it, but "Praying" is a masterpiece.

• Love So Soft - Kelly Clarkson

• Million Reasons - Lady Gaga

• What About Us - P!nk

6. Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

(For new vocal or instrumental duo/group or collaborative pop recordings. Singles or Tracks only.)

• Feel It Still - Portugal. The Man: It was hard to choose just one, because almost all the songs (except "Despacito") are great songs, but Portugal. The Man's last album is pure fire and this song should win.

• Despacito - Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber: Again, I feel like this song will win this category.

• Something Just Like This - The Chainsmokers & Coldplay

• Thunder by Imagine Dragons

• Stay by Zedd & Alessia Cara

7. Best Pop Vocal Album

(For albums containing at least 51% playing time of new vocal pop recordings.)

• Lust For Life - Lana Del Rey: It was hard to choose one! But I believe that "Lust for Life" should win, I mean, Lana deserves a Grammy for this.

• ÷ (Divide) - Ed Sheeran: However, Ed will win.

• Kaleidoscope EP - Coldplay (This is not an album!!!)

• Evolve - Imagine Dragons

• Rainbow - Kesha

• Joanne - Lady Gaga

8. Best Dance/Electronic Album

(For vocal or instrumental albums. Albums only.)

• Mura Masa - Mura Masa: This is the first category, where I feel that this album should and will win!

• Migration - Bonobo

• 3-D The Catalogue - Kraftwerk

• A Moment Apart - ODESZA

• What Now - Sylvan Esso

9. Best Rock Album

(For albums containing at least 51% playing time of new rock, hard rock or metal recordings.)

• Hardwired...To Self-Destruct - Metallica: This should and will win.

• Emperor Of Sand - Mastodon

• The Stories We Tell Ourselves - Nothing More

• Villains - Queens Of The Stone Age

• A Deeper Understanding - The War On Drugs

10. Best Alternative Music Album

(Vocal or Instrumental.)

• Humanz - Gorillaz: This album should win.

• Everything Now - Arcade Fire: But I think that Arcade Fire will win.

• American Dream - LCD Soundsystem

• Pure Comedy - Father John Misty

• Sleep Well Beast - The National

11. Best R&B Performance

(For new vocal or instrumental R&B recordings.)

• The Weekend - SZA: This is the second category where I feel that SZA should and will win.

• Get You - Daniel Caesar Featuring Kali Uchis

• Distraction - Kehlani

• High - Ledisi

• That's What I Like - Bruno Mars

12. Best R&B Song

(A Songwriter(s) Award. A song is eligible if it was first released or if it first achieved prominence during the Eligibility Year. (Artist names appear in parentheses.) Singles or Tracks only.)

• Redbone (Childish Gambino): Again, I will choose this one as the "should win," I just love this song.

• That's What I Like (Bruno Mars): However, I think that Bruno Mars has high possibilities of winning here.

• First Began (PJ Morton)

• Location (Khalid)

• Supermodel (SZA)

13. Best Urban Contemporary Album

(For albums containing at least 51% playing time of newly recorded contemporary vocal tracks derivative of R&B.)

• Starboy - The Weeknd: This is an amazing album and I don't understand how it wasn't nominated in other categories, so this album should win at least in this category.

• Ctrl - SZA: However, SZA is very strong in this category and I feel like she will win.

• Free 6LACK - 6LACK

• "Awaken, My Love!" - Childish Gambino

• American Teen - Khalid

14. Best R&B Album

(For albums containing at least 51% playing time of new R&B recordings.)

• 24K Magic - Bruno Mars: I don't even have to explain, is very clear, Bruno will win.

• Freudian - Daniel Caesar

• Let Love Rule - Ledisi

• Gumbo - PJ Morton

• Feel The Real - Musiq Soulchild

15. Best Rap Performance

(For a Rap performance. Singles or Tracks only.)

• Bodak Yellow - Cardi B: I really love Cardi's attitude and that's why she should win hahaha.

• 4:44 - JAY-Z: Nevertheless, JAY-Z will have this one.

• Bounce Back - Big Sean

• HUMBLE. - Kendrick Lamar

• Bad And Boujee - Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert

16. Best Rap/Sung Performance

(For a solo or collaborative performance containing both elements of R&B melodies and Rap.)

• Family Feud - JAY-Z Featuring Beyoncé: They will win.

• PRBLMS - 6LACK

• Crew - Goldlink Featuring Brent Faiyaz & Shy Glizzy

• LOYALTY. - Kendrick Lamar Featuring Rihanna

• Love Galore - SZA Featuring Travis Scott

 17. Best Rap Song

(A Songwriter(s) Award.  A song is eligible if it was first released or if it first achieved prominence during the Eligibility Year. (Artist names appear in parentheses.) Singles or Tracks only.)

• HUMBLE. (Kendrick Lamar): This should win.

• The Story Of O.J. (JAY-Z): But this will win.

• Bodak Yellow (Cardi B)

• Chase Me (Danger Mouse Featuring Run The Jewels & Big Boi)

• Sassy (Rapsody)

18. Best Rap Album

(For albums containing at least 51% playing time of new rap recordings.)

• DAMN. - Kendrick Lamar: Again a battle! This album should win, but...

• 4:44 - JAY-Z: But Jay will win (Grammy's loves him).

• Culture - Migos

• Laila's Wisdom - Rapsody

• Flower Boy - Tyler, The Creator

19. Best Song Written For Visual Media

(A Songwriter(s) award. For a song (melody & lyrics) written specifically for a motion picture, television, video games or other visual media, and released for the first time during the Eligibility Year. (Artist names appear in parentheses.) Singles or Tracks only.)

• I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker) - (ZAYN & Taylor Swift) - Track from: Fifty Shades Darker: Don't have to explain it, they'll win.

• City Of Stars - (Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone) - Track from: La La Land

• How Far I'll Go - (Auli'i Cravalho) - Track from: Moana: The Songs

• Never Give Up - (Sia) - Track from: Lion

• Stand Up For Something - (Andra Day Featuring Common) - Track from: Marshall

20. Best Music Video

(Award to the artist, video director, and video producer.)

• Makeba - Jain: I really love this album and singer, she's French and if don't know her, do you a favor and watch this video. It's pretty creative and entertaining. She should win.

• Humble. - Kendrick Lamar: I really like this video and I think that it will win.

• Up All Night - Beck

• The Story Of O.J. - JAY-Z

• 1-800-273-8255 - Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid

Tell me guys, what do you think about my predictions? Do you agree? Write it down and let's keep in touch, comment and / or share this blog. Remember that the official twitter of this blog is @JusSayinggBlog and Facebook @JusSayinggBlog also my staff is on the left top of this page. Thanks for still been here and see you later with new posts!
Remember the 60th GRAMMY Awards will take place in New York on January 28th and if you want to see the full list of nominees click here.