The 65th edition of the Grammy Awards promises a star-studded showcase featuring performances by Harry Styles, Bad Bunny, Lizzo, Steve Lacy, and Mary J. Blige. Hosted once again by comedian Trevor Noah, this year's ceremony is highlighted by Beyoncé leading the nominations with a record-breaking nine nominations, followed closely by Kendrick Lamar with eight, and both Adele and Brandi Carlile with seven each.
This year follows a remarkable period for music sales, with Beyoncé's vibrant album 'Renaissance', Adele's introspective '30', and Bad Bunny's energetic 'Un Verano Sin Ti' capturing significant attention. All eyes will be on Adele and Beyoncé, whose works are competing in the most coveted categories six years after Adele's emotional moment dethroned Beyoncé's revolutionary 'Lemonade'.
Beyoncé has made history with a total of 88 nominations, tying with her husband Jay-Z as the most nominated artist in Grammy history. With 28 wins, she is the woman with the most Grammys and is poised to potentially surpass the legendary Georg Solti, who holds 31 wins.
Bad Bunny, the current top-grossing artist, arrives in Los Angeles with three nominations for his album 'Un Verano Sin Ti', which is the first fully Spanish-language album to compete for Album of the Year. This marks a significant milestone for reggaeton on the global stage.
Other notable nominees include Rosalía for Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album, and Anitta, who is nominated for Best New Artist. The nominations reflect a growing diversity and the current trends in music, with many nominees gaining popularity through platforms like TikTok.
This year's Grammys also present opportunities for K-Pop sensations and Taylor Swift, who could finally secure the Song of the Year award.