Kendrick Lamar has proven that he is not like any of us with his latest Grammy achievement. The much-awaited night of the 2026 Grammys has yet to disappoint, with Sabrina Carpenter parading brilliance on the red carpet and stage, and Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo winning awards that sweetened the sting of earlier Oscar disappointments. Lamar’s triumph rendered the evening incandescent, etching a landmark moment into the annals of music history.

Kendrick Lamar has officially broken the record for the most Grammy wins by a rapper in history. At the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026, he reached a total of 26 career wins, surpassing Jay-Z’s previous record of 25.

Arriving with 22 wins and nine nominations, Lamar converted his night into a historic showcase, taking Best Rap Album for 'GNX' and Best Rap Song for 'TV Off'. The victories reflect both his lyrical genius and the unyielding consistency of his artistry.

He added further brilliance with Best Melodic Rap Performance for 'Luther' featuring SZA and Best Rap Performance for his feature on Clipse’s 'Chains & Whips'. These honors highlight his adaptability and his ability to elevate collaborations alongside solo triumphs.

But becoming one of the most decorated figures in Grammy history is not enough to stop a workaholic.

What is Kendrick Lamar whipping up for the next chapter of hip-hop?

According to the rumor circle, Kendrick Lamar appears poised to release a deluxe edition of 'GNX', anticipated to feature the unreleased 'Tiramisu'. The song has already been performed live, hinting that the audience may soon experience its polished studio version.

During the 'GNX' sessions, Lamar reportedly recorded between eighty and one hundred songs. Longtime collaborators Mustard, Sounwave, and Terrace Martin have emphasized to Variety that Lamar is far from finished, continuing to craft new music in a New York studio.

In addition to that, collaboration remains central to his upcoming work. Whispers of a joint album with Baby Keem suggest a wealth of studio creativity between the cousins.

Kendrick Lamar is also venturing into film, developing a live-action comedy produced by PGLang alongside Matt Stone and Trey Parker. His involvement in the soundtrack indicates that this project may double as one of his next major musical releases.

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Written by

Iffat Siddiqui

Edited by

Itti Mahajan