Grammy Awards 2026 nominations have been officially announced. This year is poised to break records and make new history in the music world.
Rapper Kendrick Lamar leads the pack with nine major category nominations. His significant presence highlights a dominant year for the artist.
Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and Sabrina Carpenter also secured spots on the list of top nominees. Their nominations span several key categories.
Bad Bunny has achieved a historic milestone at this year’s Grammys. He is the first Spanish-language artist to be nominated in the three main categories: Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year.
K-Pop is making a strong impact at the Grammys this year. The song "APT." by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars is nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. It also received a nod for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
The hit track "Golden" from the Netflix film "K-Pop Demon Hunters" earned three major nominations. This underscores K-Pop’s growing global influence.
Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and Lady Gaga have both had a stellar year. Carpenter’s song "Manchild" and Gaga’s "Abracadabra" are recognized in multiple categories.
Lady Gaga’s album "Mayhem" is a contender for Album of the Year. This marks another significant achievement in her career.
Kendrick Lamar’s album "GNX" and his song "Luther" are nominated across several major categories. These include Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Record of the Year.
The Best New Artist category also features a competitive lineup. KUTSAI, Olivia Dean, Leon Thomas, and Addison Rae represent a new era of music talent.
KUTSAI also earned a nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. This indicates their notable impact and popularity.
The Grammy Awards will be held live on February 1, 2026. The ceremony takes place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
This event will unite the biggest stars in music. It promises to be a special night for music lovers worldwide.
Here are some of the key nominations for this year:
Album of the Year:
Bad Bunny (Debe Tirar Mas Fotos)
Lady Gaga (Mayhem)
Kendrick Lamar (GNX)
Sabrina Carpenter (Man’s Best Friend)
Song of the Year:
Lady Gaga (Abracadabra)
Bad Bunny (DTMF)
Kendrick Lamar ft. SZA (Luther)
Billie Eilish (Wildflower)
Record of the Year:
ROSÉ and Bruno Mars (APT.)
Doechii (Anxiety)
Sabrina Carpenter (Manchild)