Kendrick Lamar has made history once again as he leads the nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, making him the most nominated artist across all genres this year. The announcement, made on November 9, 2025, reveals that Lamar received an impressive nine nominations for his latest album, GNX, solidifying his status as one of hip-hop’s most influential figures.
This year marks a significant milestone for Lamar, as he becomes the first solo artist in history to earn five consecutive Grammy nominations for Album of the Year. His past accolades include leading nominations in 2016 with 11 nods, where he took home five awards, and in 2019 with eight nominations, winning once again. This year, he ties with Bad Bunny and Sabrina Carpenter, who also achieved nominations for Album, Record, and Song of the Year.
Lamar’s nominations for the 2026 Grammys include:
- Album of the Year and Best Rap Album for GNX.
- Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Melodic Rap Performance for “luther,” featuring SZA.
- Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “30 For 30,” a collaboration with SZA.
- Two nominations for Best Rap Performance for “Chains & Whips” with Clipse and “tv off” with Lefty Gunplay.
- A nomination for Best Rap Song for “tv off.”
This year’s Grammy Awards also mark a notable achievement for hip-hop, as it is the first time three albums have received both Album of the Year and Best Rap Album nominations: GNX, Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA, and Clipse’s Let God Sort Em Out. Additionally, Doechii’s “Anxiety” becomes the first song in Grammy history to sample a previous winner, Gotye and Kimbra’s “Somebody That I Used to Know,” in the Record of the Year category.
Kendrick Lamar’s continued excellence in the music industry not only showcases his lyrical prowess but also highlights the evolving landscape of hip-hop. As fans await the Grammy ceremony, Lamar’s nominations serve as a testament to his influence and artistry within the genre.
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