Could the Grammy nominees be more diverse? One is known for being twerked on, two country legends and another a best-selling eccentric author. But one thing they all have in common are their adorable and kind of awkward high school pictures.

Grammy time is always exciting! Snakkle unveils some amazing before they were stars photos of the 2013 winners as well as the nominees who did not get a statue this year. Some talented singers like Kanye West and Taylor Swift (yes, they’ll be on the same stage again) and songwriters alike were up for a bushel and a barrel of nominations. Click through this gallery to find out more and see their pre-fame photos!

Each year the Grammys give an award for Best New Artist, which must be taken as loosely as possible because many are not the best, and some aren’t even really new. We’re looking back at some of these winners and the inspired (but mostly uninspired) careers they have had since.