Archive · 2 Feb 2026
Kendrick Lamar Breaks Jay-Z's Grammy Record
Kendrick Lamar is a famous rapper who won four Grammy Awards at the 2026 ceremony.
With these wins, he now has 26 Grammys, which is more than any other rapper in history.
He beat Jay-Z's record of 25 wins.
Lamar won awards for his album 'GNX' and songs like 'tv off' and 'luther'.
He was nominated for nine awards in total.
Other artists like Lady Gaga and Sabrina Carpenter were also nominated.
Lamar is known for his great music and has been winning Grammys for many years.
He is considered one of the best rappers of his generation.
Kendrick Lamar won four Grammy Awards, bringing his total to 26, surpassing Jay-Z's record of 25.
He won in categories including Best Rap Album for 'GNX' and Best Rap Song for 'tv off'.
Lamar was nominated for nine awards, with the possibility of winning more in major categories like Album of the Year.
Other notable nominees include Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, and Tyler, the Creator.
The 68th Grammy Awards took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, hosted by Trevor Noah.
- Who
- Kendrick Lamar
- What
- Broke Jay-Z's record for most Grammy wins by a rapper
- When
- During the 68th Grammy Awards on February 2, 2026
- Where
- Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles
- Why
- Won four awards, surpassing Jay-Z's 25 Grammy wins
- Artist
- Kendrick Lamar
- Total Grammy Wins
- 26
- Record Surpassed
- Jay-Z's 25 Grammy wins
- Categories Won
- Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, Best Melodic Rap Performance, Best Rap Performance
- Total Nominations
- 9
- Notable Performances
- Featured on 'Chains & Whips'
- Other Nominees
- Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Tyler, the Creator
Sources
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