Bad Bunny made history at the 68th annual Grammy Awards by becoming the first Latin artist to win the album of the year award for his album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.” The Puerto Rican singer triumphed over top contenders such as Kendrick Lamar, Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse, Pusha T & Malice, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, and Tyler, the Creator.
Kendrick Lamar also had a remarkable night, taking home five Grammy awards, including record of the year for his collaboration with SZA on the track “luther.” With these wins, Lamar has now surpassed Jay-Z as the most awarded rapper in Grammy history, boasting a total of 27 wins.
Lady Gaga had a successful evening as well, winning four Grammys for her album “Mayhem” and her hit single “Abracadabra.” These wins included best pop vocal album and best dance pop recording. Gaga’s Canadian producer, Cirkut, also had a share in the victory, receiving two awards, including producer of the year in the non-classical category.
Billie Eilish secured the award for song of the year for the third time with her track “WILDFLOWER,” which she co-wrote with her brother Finneas. The best new artist title went to British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean.
Despite multiple nominations, Justin Bieber left empty-handed but delivered a performance of his song “YUKON” from his nominated album “Swag.” Joni Mitchell, the Canadian music legend, celebrated a win for best historical album with her compilation “Joni Mitchell Archives, Volume 4: The Asylum Years — 1976-1980.”
These are some of the major winners from the Grammy Awards ceremony:
– Album of the year: “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” Bad Bunny
– Record of the year: “luther,” Kendrick Lamar and SZA
– Song of the year: “WILDFLOWER,” Billie Eilish
– Best new artist: Olivia Dean
The evening also saw wins in various categories like best rock album, best rap album, best R&B album, best country album, best alternative music album, and more, showcasing the diverse talents honored at the prestigious event.