The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place on February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Recording Academy announced winners in over 90 categories during the prime-time ceremony hosted by Trevor Noah for the final time.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA won Record of the Year for "luther". Bad Bunny took Album of the Year for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, the first Spanish-language album to win the category. Billie Eilish earned Song of the Year for "Wildflower", and Olivia Dean won Best New Artist.
Big Four Winners
- Record of the Year: "luther" – Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA
- Album of the Year: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad Bunny
- Song of the Year: "Wildflower" – Billie Eilish
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
Kendrick Lamar led with five awards total, including Best Rap Album for GNX.
African Highlights
Tyla won Best African Music Performance for "Push 2 Start", her second win in the category after 2024's "Water". She defeated:
- Burna Boy ("Love")
- Davido feat. Omah Lay ("With You")
- Ayra Starr & Wizkid ("Gimme Dat")
- Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin ("Hope & Love")
Nigerian-American artist Shaboozey won Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Amen" with Jelly Roll. Fela Kuti received a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award—the first for an African artist—accepted by his children.
Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
British singer Olivia Dean, 26, won Best New Artist after a breakout year with her album The Art of Loving. She performed "Man I Need" during the show. Dean beat nominees including Lola Young, Leon Thomas, Addison Rae, KATSEYE, the Marías, sombr, and Alex Warren.
Jelly Roll's Country Wins
Jelly Roll earned three awards:
- Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken
- Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for "Hard Fought Hallelujah" (with Brandon Lake)
- Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Amen" (shared with Shaboozey)
His wife, Bunnie Xo, drew attention for her emotional reaction during his acceptance speeches.
Why the 2026 Grammys Matter
The awards highlight global diversity in music. Tyla's repeat win and Fela Kuti's honor underscore African artists' rising influence. Bad Bunny's Album of the Year victory marks a milestone for non-English works. Olivia Dean's win signals fresh talent breaking through.
The ceremony featured tributes led by Lauryn Hill and Post Malone, plus performances from Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and others.
What Happens Next
Winners typically see surges in streaming, sales, and touring opportunities. The 69th Annual Grammy Awards are expected in early 2027, with nominations announced in late 2026.
Full winners lists are available on Grammy.com and from outlets including the BBC, The Guardian, and Punch Newspapers. Coverage continues with red-carpet fashion highlights and reaction stories from celebrities like Jelly Roll's family.
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