Recently, Zhao Lusi attracted widespread attention after rumors emerged that her English-language single “Black Veil Bride” had been submitted for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards. The news quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking curiosity and heated discussions among fans and critics alike.
According to circulating reports, “Black Veil Bride” was submitted in three categories: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance. However, submitting a song for Grammy consideration does not mean that Zhao Lusi has officially received a nomination. The reported submission has also not been independently confirmed.
Released on October 31, 2025, “Black Veil Bride” is an English-language pop song centered on the image of a bride wearing a black veil, exploring themes of independence, emotional healing, and overcoming past trauma. The track marked another significant step in Zhao Lusi’s efforts to establish herself as a singer. Following its release, the song reportedly performed well on QQ Music’s trending charts, surpassed one million likes in approximately 25 hours, and generated more than 100 million views for related hashtags on Douyin within a single day. These figures highlighted the actress’s considerable popularity during the song’s initial promotional period.
Despite these achievements, “Black Veil Bride” received mixed reviews, particularly regarding Zhao Lusi’s vocal abilities and the song’s overall musical quality. Some listeners argued that the actress had yet to develop strong vocal techniques, describing her voice as relatively thin and criticizing her control, phrasing, and delivery. The use of studio effects also prompted questions about whether she could deliver equally convincing performances without extensive production assistance.
The song also became the subject of plagiarism speculation after some internet users compared parts of its melody to Kesha’s “Take It Off,” claiming that the two tracks shared certain similarities. The comparisons sparked further debate about the song’s originality. However, these allegations remain based on listeners’ observations, and no conclusive evidence of copyright infringement has been established. Reports of a potential Grammy submission have now brought renewed attention to these controversies and Zhao Lusi’s musical capabilities.
The news spread rapidly across Chinese and international social media. While some netizens expressed curiosity about the actress’s ambitions, others responded with skepticism and sarcastic remarks, questioning her decision to reportedly submit the song for consideration at one of the world’s most prestigious music awards.
Online reactions included:
- “This is the funniest news I’ve seen all day.”
- “You have to admire her courage for even submitting it.”
- “That’s next-level confidence. Does she think she sings as well as Taylor Swift or Ariana Grande?”
- “Nobody said she couldn’t do it, but somehow Zhao Lusi is the one who actually did.”
- “Submitting a song that’s already facing plagiarism allegations? That’s certainly bold.”
- “She definitely doesn’t lack confidence.”
