A. Rahman
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards wrapped up in Los Angeles on February 1, 2026, honoring the most outstanding achievements in music across genres. Hosted by Trevor Noah in his final year as emcee, the ceremony celebrated both established superstars and breakout talents at the Crypto.com Arena. Major awards went to artists including Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Turnstile, FKA twigs and more in an evening that combined historic wins with genre diversity.
Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS claimed top honors, including Record of the Year for “DtMF,” reinforcing his impact on the global music scene. Lady Gaga also had a standout night, taking Song of the Year for “Abracadabra” and Best Dance Pop Recording. In rock and alternative categories, Turnstile earned Best Rock Album and Metal performance accolades, while The Cure won their first Grammy for Best Alternative Music Performance.
The ceremony also highlighted milestones in music representation. The soundtrack Sinners was honored, and K‑pop group Huntr/x scored a first‑ever Grammy for the genre in the Best Song Written for Visual Media category. Veteran composer and filmmaker Steven Spielberg completed EGOT status with his first Grammy win for Music for John Williams.
Other notable winners included Leon Thomas in R&B categories, FKA twigs for Best Dance/Electronic Album, and Natalia Lafourcade and Carín León among Latin music honorees. Rising artists like Olivia Dean and Kehlani also earned recognition, highlighting the Grammys’ blend of legacy performers and new voices.
The awards night brought both triumphs and statements, with several artists using their platform to address social issues including immigration policy. Performances from global stars such as Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga and Tyler, the Creator added to the night’s energy and spectacle.
Major Winners at the 68th Grammys
General Field
- Record of the Year: “DtMF” — Bad Bunny
- Song of the Year: “Abracadabra” — Lady Gaga
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean (among nominees)
Pop & Dance
- Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: “Defying Gravity” — Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande
- Best Dance/Electronic Album: EUSEXUA — FKA twigs
Rock & Alternative
- Best Rock Album: Turnstile (multiple recognitions)
- Best Alternative Music Performance and Album: Songs of a Lost World — The Cure
Rap & R&B
- Best Rap Performance: Clipse (noted among winners)
- Best R&B Album: Mutt — Leon Thomas
Visual & Media
- Best Song Written for Visual Media: “Golden” — Huntr/x (KPop Demon Hunters)
- Best Music Film: Music for John Williams — Steven Spielberg
Summary for Skim‑Readers
The 2026 Grammy Awards honored music’s biggest nights with a range of winners from global icons to rising stars. Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga led the major categories, Turnstile and The Cure scored big in rock and alternative fields, and FKA twigs won dance/electronic honors. K‑pop earned its first Grammy and Steven Spielberg completed EGOT status. The event mixed top performances with key cultural moments and diverse music achievements.
