Who Won the Grammys 2026? Full Winners List & Night’s Biggest Highlights
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, delivered one of the most talked-about nights in recent music history. From emotional acceptance speeches to genre-breaking wins, the ceremony proved once again why the Grammys remain the biggest night in music.
Hosted by Trevor Noah at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the evening celebrated artists from across the globe, spotlighting pop, rap, rock, R&B, Latin, country, and more. This year stood out for its historic firsts, surprise victories, and powerful performances that reminded fans why music still brings people together.
Below is a clean, category-wise list of winners, followed by key highlights all written in a clear, easy-to-read, human tone.
General Field Awards (The Big Four)
- Album of the Year: Debí Tirar Más Fotos — Bad Bunny
- Record of the Year: “Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- Song of the Year: “Wildflower” — Billie Eilish & Finneas
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
These four awards set the tone for the night, with Bad Bunny making history and Kendrick Lamar continuing his legendary run.
Rap & Hip-Hop Winners
- Best Rap Album: GNX — Kendrick Lamar
- Best Rap Song: “TV Off” — Kendrick Lamar
- Best Rap Performance: “Chains & Whips” — Clipse featuring Kendrick Lamar & Pharrell Williams
Kendrick Lamar dominated the rap categories, cementing his status as one of the most decorated hip-hop artists of all time.
Pop & Dance Winners
- Best Pop Vocal Album: Mayhem — Lady Gaga
- Best Pop Solo Performance: “Messy” — Lola Young
- Best Dance Pop Recording: “Abracadabra” — Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga’s return to form was rewarded with multiple wins, while Lola Young scored a breakthrough moment.
R&B Winners
- Best R&B Performance: “Folded” — Kehlani
- Best R&B Song: “Folded” — Kehlani
- Best Progressive R&B Album: Portrait — Samara Joy
Kehlani swept key R&B song and performance categories, while Samara Joy impressed voters with her evolving sound.
Rock & Alternative Winners
- Best Rock Album: Never Enough — Turnstile
- Best Rock Performance: “Changes” — Yungblud
- Best Alternative Music Performance: “Alone” — The Cure
Rock fans were treated to a mix of modern edge and legendary acts, proving the genre is still very much alive.
Country Music Winners
- Best Contemporary Country Album: Beautifully Broken — Jelly Roll
- Best Country Song: “Bitin’ List” — Tyler Childers
Country music leaned emotional and raw this year, with artists focusing on storytelling over polish.
Latin & Global Music Winners
- Best Latin Pop Album: Cancionera — Natalia Lafourcade
- Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album: Papota — CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso
- Best Tropical Latin Album: Raíces — Gloria Estefan
- Best African Music Performance: Tyla
Bad Bunny’s major win wasn’t the only Latin highlight; global music had a powerful presence across categories.
Music Film & Visual Media
- Best Music Film: Music by John Williams
- Best Song Written for Visual Media: “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters
Film and television music also had a strong showing, celebrating composers and crossover hits.
Production & Industry Awards
- Producer of the Year (Non-Classical): Cirkut
- Best Engineered Album (Non-Classical): That Wasn’t a Dream
Behind-the-scenes talent received well-deserved recognition for shaping the sound of the year.
Big Moments That Defined the Night
- Bad Bunny became the first artist to win Album of the Year with a fully Spanish-language album a historic and emotional moment.
- Kendrick Lamar further extended his record as the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history.
- Billie Eilish and Finneas proved their songwriting strength once again with a Song of the Year win.
- Olivia Dean emerged as a major new voice with her Best New Artist victory.
Final Takeaway
The Grammys 2026 weren’t just about trophies; they reflected where music is heading. Diverse languages, global sounds, and genre-blending artists dominated the night. From stadium-filling superstars to rising talents, the ceremony celebrated creativity without borders.
