Kendrick Lamar Makes History at the Grammys

The 68th Grammy Awards began early Monday morning Bangladesh time at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, USA. Lamar secured three awards during the premiere ceremony—Best Rap Performance, Best Melodic Rap Performance, and Best Rap Song—reaching a record early. Later, on the main stage, he won Best Rap Album for his 2024 release ‘GNX’.

These four awards bring his total Grammy count to 26, surpassing JAY-Z’s previous 25 Grammy wins, marking a milestone in rap music.

Notably, this achievement was confirmed early in the ceremony while the Grammys were still ongoing. Lamar had also led in nominations this year, receiving nominations in nine categories. His career total Grammy nominations now stand at 66, establishing him as one of the most influential and successful contemporary rap artists.