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If you've been anywhere on the internet following last night's annual Grammy award ceremony, you will probably have heard the discourse around the Album of the Year award.  Out of the nominees, it was assumed that the main contenders for the award were Adele's 25 , and  Beyoncé  with  Lemonade . Many people(myself included) predicted  Beyoncé  as the winner of the award, due to Lemonade's critical and fan acclaim, artful depiction of the (black) female experience - from pain and heartbreak, to redemption and empowerment. However, the Grammy electorate chose to give the award to 25, making it Adele's second  time receiving the honour, and yet again snubbing  Beyoncé  of the award she rightfully deserved.   But despite being it just being the wrong choice,  Beyoncé  being snubbed for this award goes deeper than the Grammy's. It says something about black art and its value in society.  ...