Grammys 2026: Records That Could Be Broken on Music’s Biggest Night

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026, promise not only star-studded performances but also the possibility of historic record-breaking wins. With 95 categories and dozens of nominees, the night could reshape Grammy history in significant ways.

Kendrick Lamar Eyes History

Leading the pack with nine nominations, Kendrick Lamar could surpass Jay-Z as the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history. Lamar currently holds 22 Grammys compared to Jay-Z’s 25. Winning at least four would secure him the record.

Lamar also has a chance to tie Michael Jackson and Santana for most Grammys won in a single night, with eight. His album GNX marks his fifth consecutive studio album nominated for Album of the Year, a feat unmatched by any rapper. If Lamar wins Album of the Year or if Tyler, the Creator triumphs with Chromakopia, either would become the first solo male rapper to win the category.

Lady Gaga’s Potential Sweep

With seven nominations, Lady Gaga could break the record for most Grammys won in one night by a female artist. Currently, Adele and Beyoncé share the record with six wins each. Gaga’s Abracadabra also earned her first nod in the best dance pop recording category.

Bad Bunny’s Language Barrier Breakthrough

Bad Bunny could make history if his Spanish-language track DTMF wins Record or Song of the Year. It would be the first Spanish song to win either category and only the second foreign-language song since Domenico Modugno’s Volare in 1959.

His album Debí Tirar Más Fotos could also become the first Spanish-language album to win Album of the Year.

Other Historic Possibilities

• Billie Eilish could become the first woman to win Record of the Year three times if Wildflower triumphs.
• Bruno Mars could set a new record with four Record of the Year wins if APT takes the prize.
• Rosé could become the first K-pop artist to win Record or Song of the Year.
• Doechii or Cardi B could be the first solo female rapper to win Best Rap Performance.
• Jack Antonoff could join the elite group of artists who have won all four major Grammy categories if his work on Luther or Manchild wins Record of the Year.
• Rising girl group KATSEYE could be the first all-female collective to win Best New Artist, with members potentially becoming the first winners from the Philippines, South Korea, and Switzerland.
• Skrillex could break the tie with The Chemical Brothers for most wins in Best Dance/Electronic Album.
• Chris Stapleton could set a new record in Best Country Song with four wins.
• Haim could become the first all-female band to win Best Rock Album.
• The Dalai Lama could earn his first Grammy with Meditations.
• The late Stephen Sondheim could become the sole record-holder for most wins in Best Musical Theater Album.

Anticipation Builds

With so many milestones at stake, the 2026 Grammys are shaping up to be one of the most historic ceremonies yet. Fans will be watching closely to see which artists etch their names into Grammy history.