The Grammy Awards 2026 celebrated the biggest achievements in music through its most prestigious General Field categories. These categories are considered the highest honors at the Grammys because they are not limited to any single genre. Artists, producers, and creators across the entire music industry compete in these fields, making nominations and wins especially meaningful.
At the 2026 Grammy Awards, eight General categories defined the night by recognizing creativity, innovation, songwriting excellence, and overall artistic impact. Below is a complete breakdown of winners, nominees, and why each winner stood out, along with industry impact and digital popularity trends.
Record of the Year – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
“Luther”– Kendrick Lamar & SZA
Nominees:
- “DtMF”—-> Bad Bunny
- “Manchild” —-> Sabrina Carpenter
- “Anxiety” —-> Doechii
- “Wildflower” —-> Billie Eilish
- “Abracadabra” —-> Lady Gaga
- “Luther” —-> Kendrick Lamar & SZA (Winner)
- “The Subway” —-> Chappell Roan
- “APT.” —-> ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
The Key Reasons Behind the Grammy Win
“Luther” won Record of the Year for its exceptional production quality, layered instrumentation, and emotional depth. The track dominated digital platforms, with its official video and live performances generating massive YouTube engagement. Grammy voters rewarded the song’s sonic excellence and cultural impact.
Album of the Year – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS — Bad Bunny
Nominees:
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS —-> Bad Bunny (Winner)
- SWAG —-> Justin Bieber
- Man’s Best Friend —-> Sabrina Carpenter
- Let God Sort Em Out —-> Clipse
- MAYHEM —-> Lady Gaga
- GNX —-> Kendrick Lamar
- MUTT —-> Leon Thomas
- CHROMAKOPIA —-> Tyler, The Creator
The Standout Factors That Secured the Win
Bad Bunny’s album made history at the Grammy Awards 2026 as the first Spanish-language project to win Album of the Year. The album’s global influence, cohesive storytelling, and massive streaming and YouTube numbers played a major role in its victory.
Song of the Year – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
“Wildflower” — Billie Eilish & FINNEAS
Nominees:
- “Abracadabra” —-> Lady Gaga
- “Anxiety” —-> Doechii
- “APT.” —-> ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
- “DtMF” —-> Bad Bunny
- “Golden” —-> Huntr/x
- “Luther” —-> Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- “Manchild” —-> Sabrina Carpenter
- “Wildflower” —-> Billie Eilish & FINNEAS (Winner)
What Made This Entry a Grammy Favorite
This category focuses on songwriting, and “Wildflower” stood out for its lyrical vulnerability and poetic structure. Acoustic and lyric versions of the song performed strongly on YouTube, reinforcing its emotional connection with listeners.
Best New Artist – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
Olivia Dean
Nominees:
- Olivia Dean (Winner)
- The Marías
- Leon Thomas
- Addison Rae
- Katseye
- Alex Warren
- SOMBR
- Lola Young
Why the Winner Won
Olivia Dean’s consistent releases, strong vocal identity, and organic fan growth across streaming and YouTube platforms helped secure her win. The Recording Academy recognized her long-term potential rather than short-term viral success.
Producer of the Year, Non-Classical – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
Jack Antonoff
Nominees:
- Jack Antonoff (Winner)
- Metro Boomin
- Hit-Boy
- Dan Nigro
- Mike Elizondo
Why the Winner Won
Jack Antonoff’s work shaped several critically acclaimed projects during the eligibility year. Studio breakdowns and behind-the-scenes clips on YouTube highlighted his creative influence, helping voters recognize his consistency and versatility.
Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
FINNEAS
Nominees:
- FINNEAS (Winner)
- Shane McAnally
- Tayla Parx
- Edgar Barrera
- Justin Tranter
Why the Winner Won
FINNEAS was recognized for writing multiple emotionally resonant songs across different projects. His lyric-focused compositions and stripped-down versions performed strongly on digital platforms.
Best Music Video – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
“Wildflower” — Billie Eilish
Nominees:
- “Luther” —-> Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- “Abracadabra” —-> Lady Gaga
- “Manchild” —-> Sabrina Carpenter
- “DtMF” —-> Bad Bunny
- “Wildflower” —-> Billie Eilish (Winner)
The winning video stood out for its cinematic visuals and emotional storytelling, driving millions of views on YouTube.
Best Music Film – Grammy Awards 2026
Winner:
American Symphony– Jon Batiste
Nominees:
- American Symphony —-> Jon Batiste (Winner)
- Moonage Daydream
- Live at Madison Square Garden
- Music Icons: The Story
- A Night of Sound
The film was praised for its storytelling depth and artistic presentation, making it a standout long-form music project.
For genre-specific Grammy coverage, read our detailed breakdown of Americana & Folk Grammy Awards 2026.
