The 68th Grammy Awards took place on February 1, 2026. Filled with emotional wins, chaotic moments, crazy performances, and many remarks about the current political state in America, the Grammys definitely had many historic moments this year. Let’s take a rundown of some of these moments.
Major Wins
The night was filled with historic wins. Bad Bunny won Best Album of the Year for his album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” which was the first Spanish-language album to win this award. Kendrick Lamar dominated with five wins, including Record of the Year for “luther” (with SZA), becoming the most-awarded rapper with 27 Grammys, passing Jay-Z. Billie Eilish won Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” and Olivia Dean won Best New Artist.
Performances
Rosé and Bruno Mars opened with “APT.”, Sabrina Carpenter performed “Manchild”, and Tyler, the Creator performed a 3-song medley. Other key performances included Lady Gaga, a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne by Post Malone, a Lauryn Hill-led medley, and a performance by sombr and Olivia Dean. Alex Warren also performed but was met with many technical difficulties with his in-ear monitor. It caused an audio distortion and a brief delay in his timing. In the end, he was praised for his professionalism in persevering through the technical glitch and completing the performance.
Politics
There were many remarks and actions taken commenting on the current political state of the country. Many singers and celebrities were seen wearing pins that said “ICE out,” like Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and Justin and Hailey Bieber. Billie Eilish and others, such as Bad Bunny, delivered strong, anti-ICE speeches with powerful messages. Host Trevor Noah also targeted Trump with jokes, leading to backlash from the administration.
Overall, this year’s Grammy Awards were memorable and historic. With powerful speeches, diverse wins, and amazing performances, it’s a night no one is forgetting.