“That’s what true global acceptance looks like. Music should be competing based on artistic excellence, not separated by geography or ethnicity. Imagine creating a category specifically because of where artists come from rather than allowing them to compete alongside everyone else. Even if the intention is positive, it can unintentionally reinforce the idea that they’re playing in a separate league.”

Sleep Deez · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-31

Sleep Deez argued that separating artists by geography or ethnicity can unintentionally reinforce the idea they are playing in a separate league.