“The first reaction is jealousy mixed with a slight sense of entitlement.” So starts Pete Wentz’ Whah Whah Grammy Snub Post on Fall Out Boy’s official website. Is Pete Wentz really the only one who is surprised that Fall Out Boy is not nominated for a Grammy? Rather, is he the only one who thinks Fall Out Boy is entitled to a Grammy? Only the first question was sarcastic. “We play the events for you and the right parties all the time… its kind of like being invited to a birthday party and then not allowed to eat the cake.” Why would you say this out-loud?

There are so many things to say in response to this post, I’m not really sure where to begin. Firstly, I can’t really figure out why Fall Out Boy would be so desperate to be a “part of the club.” As Wentz said himself, “a fifty year old white man shouldnt decide whether we are relevant or not.” Well, if you don’t care…then don’t care. Someone must be getting a certain sense of satisfaction out of this, otherwise there would really be no point. It’s kind of like a tree falling when there’s no one around to hear it. Does it still make a sound? So, why give them even that?

The second half of the post and it’s Well-We-Don’t-Even-Want-Your-Stupid-Awardness won’t really rack them any points with the Academy for next year, and his completely unmasked disappointment is a bit of a telltale sign that he cares. A lot. While the post does exude a sense of “revelation,” it seems mostly like a whiny boy in an emo-pop band crying over not getting an award (or a nomination for an award), and is written in such a state of frustration that it’s poor grammar makes it illegible in most spots. It only seems that way because that’s exactly what it is.

To be fair, that’s fine. They’re allowed to be upset, as any big artist would. The pinnacle of any recording artist’s career would be a Grammy Award, as much as many claim to be indifferent about the honor. But really, all the Grammys have been for the last few years is a tireless effort to prove that they are not out of touch with the ‘younger’ music scene (the “Goddamn arm’s race,” if you will). The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, an organization presided by a 59 year old ‘white man,’ would do just about anything to seem young and hip… including nominating Fall Out Boy for an award.

Where am I going with this? Fall Out Boy’s Infinity on High was not a Grammy album. Fall Out Boy was not snubbed because the Academy does not understand their relevance. Surely, they are relevant. They are one of the most popular bands in the world. Face it Wentz, “Thnks fr th Mmrs” isn’t getting a Grammy. Ever. “We want our songs to be immortal and a statue doesnt do anything to help them live forever.” Comments? Questions? Pete, you have songs called “I’m Like a Lawyer with the Way I’m Always Trying to Get You Off.” I’m just making sure you know this. 

I luv immatr pnk musc as much as the next person, but I’m at a loss as to Wentz’ point. Sorry FOB, your songs may be catchy as hell - But, it’s not a snub…

It’s the truth.