And there it is—j-hope’s Killin’ It Girl has officially been submitted for consideration at the 2026 Grammys, and the internet is in full celebration mode. The song, featuring rapper GloRilla, is up for two major categories: Best Music Video and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. The Recording Academy hasn’t released the official nominees yet, but honestly, fans already know how they feel: just give him the Grammy.
Released on June 13, 2025, to mark BTS’ 12th anniversary, Killin’ It Girl was j-hope’s third solo single since returning from the military—and his fourth release overall since discharge. The track instantly took off, racking up a million YouTube views in just 43 minutes, making him the fastest Korean act of 2025 to hit that milestone. Within hours, it became a global trend, dominating charts, playlists, and everyone’s “I want to dance right now” mood.
The music video was a cinematic explosion of color, choreography, and charisma—everything we’ve come to expect from j-hope. His chemistry with dance partner Alyssa Santos was pure fire, and their live performances during the HOPE ON THE STREET world tour and Lollapalooza Berlin 2025 sent fans into collective orbit. The message? Confidence, rhythm, and unapologetic energy.
When the Grammy news dropped, fans flooded social media. Some cheered, “Just give him the Grammy already!” while others joked that the award show should be renamed after him. One viral post summed it up best: “The Grammys don’t need to give Killin’ It Girl a trophy—the Grammys need Killin’ It Girl to stay relevant.”
Of course, others used the moment to call out the Recording Academy’s history of overlooking Asian artists, arguing that if fairness actually existed, the trophy would already be in his hands. Because let’s be real—if Killin’ It Girl doesn’t win, it’s not about quality. It’s about who the industry still refuses to properly recognize.
Regardless of what happens next, fans agree this song has already made history. It’s bold, it’s addictive, it’s j-hope at his best—and whether or not the Academy gets the memo, the people have already voted with their hearts.
