Hey there, music lovers! The excitement is building because the nominations for the 61st Annual Grammy Awards are finally out! While we're still in the dark about who will host this year’s event, the list of nominees is enough to keep us buzzing. The big reveal happened on Friday, December 7, and the Grammys are set to air on Sunday, February 10, at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. Let's dive into the full list of nominees below!
Record of the Year
From Cardi B’s infectious "I Like It" to Childish Gambino's thought-provoking "This Is America," this category showcases some of the most impactful tracks of the year. Here’s a closer look:
“I Like It” — Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin
“The Joke” — Brandi Carlile
“This Is America” — Childish Gambino
“God’s Plan” — Drake
“Shallow” — Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
“All The Stars” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“Rockstar” — Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage
“The Middle” — Zedd, Maren Morris and Grey
Album of the Year
The Album of the Year category is a heavyweight showdown, featuring some of the most critically acclaimed albums from the past year. These albums not only pushed boundaries but also resonated with millions of fans worldwide. Let’s take a look at the contenders:
“Invasion Of Privacy” — Cardi B
“By The Way, I Forgive You” — Brandi Carlile
“Scorpion” — Drake
“H.E.R.” — H.E.R.
“Beerbongs & Bentleys” — Post Malone
“Dirty Computer” — Janelle Monáe
“Golden Hour” — Kacey Musgraves
“Black Panther: The Album, Music From And Inspired By” (Various Artists)
Song of the Year
This category recognizes the songwriters behind the hits that have dominated the airwaves. Here's a deep dive into the tracks that have been nominated:
“All The Stars” — Kendrick Duckworth, Solána Rowe, Al Shuckburgh, Mark Spears, and Anthony Tiffith, songwriters (Kendrick Lamar and SZA)
“Boo’d Up” — Larrance Dopson, Joelle James, Ella Mai & Dijon McFarlane, songwriters (Ella Mai)
“God’s Plan” — Aubrey Graham, Daveon Jackson, Brock Korsan, Ron LaTour, Matthew Samuels, and Noah Shebib, songwriters (Drake)
“In My Blood” — Teddy Geiger, Scott Harris, Shawn Mendes and Geoffrey Warburton, songwriters (Shawn Mendes)
“The Joke” — Brandi Carlile, Dave Cobb, Phil Hanseroth and Tim Hanseroth, songwriters (Brandi Carlile)
“The Middle” — Sarah Aarons, Jordan K. Johnson, Stefan Johnson, Marcus Lomax, Kyle Trewartha, Michael Trewartha, and Anton Zaslavski, songwriters (Zedd, Maren Morris & Grey)
“Shallow” — Lady Gaga, Mark Ronson, Anthony Rossomando, and Andrew Wyatt, songwriters (Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper)
“This Is America” — Donald Glover and Ludwig Goransson, songwriters (Childish Gambino)
Best New Artist
Here’s where we celebrate the rising stars making waves in the music industry. These artists have shown immense talent and promise, and they're just getting started:
Chloe x Halle
Luke Combs
Greta Van Fleet
H.E.R.
Dua Lipa
Margo Price
Bebe Rexha
Jorja Smith
Best Pop Solo Performance
These performances highlight the power of a single artist delivering an unforgettable pop moment. Here’s who’s in the running:
“Colors” — Beck
“Havana (Live)” — Camila Cabello
“God Is A Woman” — Ariana Grande
“Joanne (Where Do You Think You’re Goin’?)” — Lady Gaga
“Better Now” — Post Malone
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
Collaborations always bring something special to the table, and these tracks are no exception. Check out the duos and groups who’ve been nominated:
“Fall In Line” — Christina Aguilera Featuring Demi Lovato
“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” — Backstreet Boys
“‘S Wonderful” — Tony Bennett and Diana Krall
“Shallow” — Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
“Girls I Like You” — Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B
“Say Something” — Justin Timberlake Featuring Chris Stapleton
“The Middle” — Zedd, Maren Morris, and Grey
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album
Traditional pop is alive and well, thanks to these albums that honor the genre's rich history. Here are the albums that made the cut:
“Love Is Here To Stay” —Tony Bennett and Diana Krall
“My Way” — Willie Nelson
“Nat “King” Cole & Me” — Gregory Porter
4. Standards (DELUXE) — Seal
5. THE MUSIC…THE MEM’RIES…THE MAGIC! — Barbra Streisand
Best Pop Vocal Album
These albums have set the standard for pop music this year, blending catchy hooks with heartfelt lyrics. Here’s the lineup:
“Camila” — Camila Cabello
“Meaning Of Life” — Kelly Clarkson
“Sweetener” — Ariana Grande
“Shawn Mendes” — Shawn Mendes
“Beautiful Trauma” — P!nk
“Reputation” — Taylor Swift
Best R&B Performance
R&B continues to evolve, and these performances highlight the genre's depth and diversity. Let’s take a look:
“Long As I Live” — Toni Braxton
“Summer” — The Carters
“Y O Y” — Lalah Hathaway
“Best Part” — H.E.R. Featuring Daniel Caesar
“First Began” — PJ Morton
Best Traditional R&B Performance
Traditional R&B is a timeless art form, and these tracks honor its legacy. Here are the nominees:
“Bet Ain’t Worth The Hand” — Leon Bridges
“Don’t Fall Apart On Me Tonight” — Bettye LaVette
“Honest” — MAJOR.
“How Deep Is Your Love” — PJ Morton Featuring Yebba
“Made For Love” — Charlie Wilson Featuring Lalah Hathaway
Best R&B Song
This category celebrates the songwriters who crafted the R&B hits of the year. Let’s check out the nominees:
“Boo’d Up” — Larrance Dopson, Joelle James, Ella Mai & Dijon McFarlane, songwriters (Ella Mai)
“Come Through And Chill” — Jermaine Cole, Miguel Pimentel & Salaam Remi, songwriters (Miguel Featuring J. Cole & Salaam Remi)
“Feels Like Summer” — Donald Glover & Ludwig Goransson, songwriters (Childish Gambino)
“Focus” — Darhyl Camper Jr, H.E.R. & Justin Love, songwriters (H.E.R.)
“Long As I Live” — Paul
