Kendrick Lamar Dominates 2026 GRAMMY Nominations
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 GRAMMY nominations with nine total, once again positioning himself at the forefront of the awards. He is followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut, who each received seven nominations.
Record-Breaking Recognition
The Recording Academy announced the list of nominees during a livestream on November 7. Lamar previously earned five wins at the 67th GRAMMYs and now holds 22 trophies in total. This year marks the third time he has topped the nomination list, having done so with 11 nods in 2016 and eight in 2019.
Categories and Achievements
Kendrick Lamar is nominated again for Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year, replicating a rare triple achievement. His six other nominations cover:
- Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
- Best Rap Performance
- Best Melodic Rap Performance
- Best Rap Song
- Best Rap Album
- Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals
Lady Gaga and Other Top Nominees
Lady Gaga also stands out this year, extending her total to 45 GRAMMY nominations. She has won 14 so far and earned recognition in the top categories of Record, Album, and Song of the Year. Producers Jack Antonoff and Cirkut share the distinction of receiving seven nominations each.
“Kendrick Lamar continues to lead the GRAMMYs with unmatched artistry, while long-time powerhouses like Lady Gaga and rising producers make the field more competitive than ever.”
Author’s Summary
Kendrick Lamar heads into the 2026 GRAMMY Awards with nine nominations, reaffirming his dominance as Lady Gaga, Antonoff, and Cirkut follow closely behind.
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