Predictions for Every Category at the 2026 Grammy Awards
The 2026 Grammy Awards are set to be a highly competitive event, with multiple talented artists vying for prestigious honors. The ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026, airing on CBS and streaming via Paramount+. Trevor Noah will return as the host, promising a night of entertainment and celebration of music.
Predictions for Top Grammy Categories
As the excitement builds for the Grammy Awards, predictions are surfacing for the top categories: Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist.
Album of the Year Contenders
- Bad Bunny — “Debí Tirar Más Fotos”
- Justin Bieber — “Swag”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Man’s Best Friend”
- Clipse — “Let God Sort Em Out”
- Lady Gaga — “Mayhem”
- Kendrick Lamar — “GNX”
- Leon Thomas — “MUTT”
- Tyler, the Creator — “Chromakopia”
Bad Bunny is anticipated to win, with Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga in a close second. Lady Gaga, who has not won any of the top categories previously, could finally achieve a win, while Lamar may face the possibility of voter fatigue due to his past wins.
Record of the Year Predictions
- “Abracadabra” — Lady Gaga
- “Anxiety” — Doechii
- “APT.” — Rosé & Bruno Mars
- “DtMF” — Bad Bunny
- “Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- “Manchild” — Sabrina Carpenter
- “The Subway” — Chappell Roan
- “Wildflower” — Billie Eilish
Kendrick Lamar and SZA are favored to win for their song “Luther,” but Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra” and Bad Bunny’s “DtMF” remain strong contenders as well.
Song of the Year Insight
- “Abracadabra” — Lady Gaga
- “Anxiety” — Doechii
- “APT.” — Rosé & Bruno Mars
- “DtMF” — Bad Bunny
- “Golden” — Huntr/x (from “Kpop Demon Hunters”)
- “Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- “Manchild” — Sabrina Carpenter
- “Wildflower” — Billie Eilish
The nomination for “Golden” places it as a strong possibility for a win in this category, despite being nominated only for Song of the Year.
Best New Artist Prospects
- Addison Rae
- Alex Warren
- Olivia Dean
- Katseye
- Leon Thomas
- Lola Young
- The Marías
- Sombr
Olivia Dean is strongly projected to take home the award, although Leon Thomas could have a chance due to his multiple nominations and growing popularity.
Summary of Predictions
With so many talented artists in contention, the 2026 Grammy Awards are shaping up to be an exhilarating event. Fans will closely watch to see if Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, or other nominees will shine on February 1, 2026. The full list of nominees and the excitement surrounding the performances brings high expectations for a memorable evening.
