Kendrick Lamar Tops 2026 Grammy Nominations — Full List Revealed
The race for the 68th Grammy Awards is heating up, with Kendrick Lamar leading the nominations for 2026. The Los Angeles rapper has received a remarkable nine nominations, including record of the year, song of the year, and album of the year. His groundbreaking album, GNX, along with his hit single “Luther” featuring SZA, is at the center of this recognition.
Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy Dominance
Kendrick Lamar’s impressive performance at the previous Grammy Awards sets the stage for his 2026 nominations. He won more Grammys than any other artist last year, including coveted honors for “Not Like Us.” This year, he stands a chance to replicate that success with nominations in major categories.
Key Nominees and Competition
Alongside Lamar, several artists are vying for top honors at the upcoming Grammy ceremony, scheduled for February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. Lady Gaga follows closely with seven nominations, including best pop vocal album for MAYHEM and best pop solo performance for “Disease.” Sabrina Carpenter and Bad Bunny are also among the top nominees with six nods each.
- Lady Gaga – 7 nominations
- Bad Bunny – 6 nominations
- Sabrina Carpenter – 6 nominations
- Leon Thomas – newcomer with multiple nominations
Best New Artist Contenders
This year’s competition for Best New Artist features emerging talents. Leon Thomas leads the charge, boasting nominations across several R&B categories, as well as album of the year for his project, MUTT. Other nominees include KATSEYE, Olivia Dean, and social media influencers like Addison Rae and Alex Warren.
Notable Collaborations and Returns
The 2026 Grammy nominations also highlight significant collaborations. Lamar is recognized for his work with SZA and Clipse, who have returned with their album, Let God Sort Em Out, receiving five nominations. Additionally, Doechii, known for her electrifying performance at last year’s Grammys, also received five nominations for her hit “Anxiety.”
New Grammy Categories
This year, the Recording Academy will introduce two new categories: Best Album Cover and Best Traditional Country Album. Notable nominees in the album cover category include Bad Bunny and Tyler, the Creator.
Full List of Major Nominations
| Category | Nominations |
|---|---|
| Record of the Year | “luther” by Kendrick Lamar (feat. SZA), “Disease” by Lady Gaga, “Anxiety” by Doechii, and others |
| Album of the Year | GNX by Kendrick Lamar, MAYHEM by Lady Gaga, MUTT by Leon Thomas, and others |
| Song of the Year | “luther” by Kendrick Lamar, “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga, and others |
| Best New Artist | Leon Thomas, KATSEYE, Olivia Dean, Addison Rae, and others |
The 68th Grammy Awards promise to be an exciting night, celebrating the best in music across a wide array of genres. With Lamar leading the pack, fans are eagerly anticipating the results of this year’s nominations and performances.
