The Big Awards

Album of the Year — Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny made music history by winning Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, marking the first time an all-Spanish-language album has ever won the top prize. His acceptance speech was emotional and politically charged, touching on immigration and cultural pride.

Record of the Year — Kendrick Lamar & SZA

The collaboration “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA took home Record of the Year, a standout track that dominated the charts and streaming platforms.

Song of the Year — Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish won Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” her third win in this category — a rare achievement she shares with her brother/co-writer Finneas.

Best New Artist — Olivia Dean

British singer Olivia Dean captured the Best New Artist award, marking a breakout moment early in her career.

Night’s Standout

• Kendrick Lamar led the evening with five Grammy wins, including Best Rap Album (GNX), Best Rap Song, and more — making him the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history with 27 wins total.

• Lady Gaga snagged Best Pop Vocal Album with Mayhem and scored multiple honors.

• Kehlani won both Best R&B Performance + Best R&B Song for “Folded,” a first for her.

• A K-pop milestone: “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters became the first K-pop song to earn a Grammy in Best Song Written for Visual Media.

• Other genre standouts included wins for rock, electronic, global music, and more — showing how diverse the awards season was.

Memorable Takeaways

• This Grammys was more than just a music celebration — it felt reflective of culture and conversation in 2026, with artists pushing boundaries and amplifying voices.

• Historic breaks for language, genre, and career milestones made this year’s show unforgettable.