Kendrick Lamar is making waves at the Grammy Awards again. After winning five Grammys last year, he’s back with nine nominations this time around, including major categories like Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year. If he wins Album of the Year, it will mark a historic moment—being the first hip-hop album to take home the award since 2004.
This year’s competition in the major categories includes heavy hitters like Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter. Bad Bunny’s album could also make history; it’s a contender for the first primarily Spanish-language Album of the Year.
Here’s a snapshot of some key nominees in top categories:
Record of the Year:
- “DtMF” by Bad Bunny
- “Manchild” by Sabrina Carpenter
- “WILDFLOWER” by Billie Eilish
- “luther” by Kendrick Lamar featuring SZA
Album of the Year:
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS by Bad Bunny
- SWAG by Justin Bieber
- GNX by Kendrick Lamar
Song of the Year:
- “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga
- “luther” by Kendrick Lamar featuring SZA
- “Anxiety” by Doechii
Best New Artist:
- Olivia Dean
- Leon Thomas
- KATSEYE
In recent trends, social media is buzzing with excitement. Fans are celebrating Kendrick’s nominations with hashtags like #KendrickGrammy and sharing predictions for winners. Quick surveys on platforms like Twitter show a noticeable prediction for him to win, underscoring his impact on contemporary music.
According to a recent survey by Billboard, nearly 60% of respondents believe Lamar has the strongest chance in Album of the Year, while others root for Bad Bunny’s groundbreaking project.
As the awards night approaches, it’s evident that these nominations spark not just excitement but also conversations about representation in music. The potential for diverse winners could reshape the landscape of award shows moving forward.
You can check the complete list of nominees and winners as the ceremony unfolds at Grammy.com.
