The world of music is buzzing with excitement as The Recording Academy has officially unveiled the contenders for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The full list of nominees was released on Friday, November 7, 2025, setting the stage for a spectacular ceremony scheduled for February 2026.
Kendrick Lamar Dominates the 2026 Grammy Race
In a stunning repeat of his previous success, Compton's rap titan Kendrick Lamar has emerged as the most nominated artist for the 2026 ceremony. Fresh from his triumph as the top winner at the 2025 Grammys, Lamar has secured a monumental nine nominations. This incredible feat cements his status as one of the most influential artists of his generation.
His dominance is particularly notable as he has achieved the rare honour of securing simultaneous nominations in the three most prestigious General Field categories: Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, and Song Of The Year. This is an accomplishment that very few artists in the history of the awards have managed to achieve, let alone multiple times.
A Global Showcase of Musical Talent
The nominations highlight a year of exceptional music that excelled in both artistic innovation and commercial success. The competition across the 95 categories is intense, reflecting the beautifully diverse and genre-blending sound of today's global music scene.
Hot on Lamar's heels are pop icon Lady Gaga and super-producers Jack Antonoff and Cirkut, all tied with an impressive seven nominations each. The international appeal of the awards is strong, with Latin superstar Bad Bunny, pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter, and R&B's rising force Leon Thomas each earning a remarkable six nominations.
The Full List of Major Nominees
Here is the complete list of nominees for the Record Of The Year category, showcasing the incredible talent vying for the coveted golden gramophone:
- “DtMF” - Bad Bunny
- “Manchild” - Sabrina Carpenter
- “Anxiety” - Doechii
- “WILDFLOWER” - Billie Eilish
- “Abracadabra” - Lady Gaga
- “Luther” - Kendrick Lamar With SZA
- “The Subway” - Chappell Roan
- “APT.” - ROSÉ, Bruno Mars
The announcement has set the music industry and fans worldwide abuzz, promising an electric and unforgettable ceremony in 2026.
