2025 Grammy Awards: All Nominees Announced
The music industry is abuzz with anticipation as the Recording Academy reveals the nominees for the prestigious 2025 Grammy Awards. This year's nominations showcase a diverse range of artists, genres, and innovative sounds, reflecting the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary music.
From established icons to rising stars, here's a breakdown of the most noteworthy nominations across key categories:
Album of the Year:
- "Renaissance" - Beyoncé
- "Un Verano Sin Ti" - Bad Bunny
- "The Unforeseen" - Kendrick Lamar
- "Harry's House" - Harry Styles
- "The Car" - Arctic Monkeys
This category features a mix of critically acclaimed albums that dominated the charts and pushed creative boundaries. Beyoncé's "Renaissance" is a powerful exploration of Black culture and dance music, while Bad Bunny's "Un Verano Sin Ti" brought Latin music to a global audience. Kendrick Lamar's "The Unforeseen" is a socially conscious masterpiece, while Harry Styles and Arctic Monkeys delivered their signature pop and rock sounds, respectively.
Record of the Year:
- "Break My Soul" - Beyoncé
- "Tití Me Preguntó" - Bad Bunny
- "The Heart Part 5" - Kendrick Lamar
- "As It Was" - Harry Styles
- "I Ain't Worried" - OneRepublic
This category focuses on the overall impact of a single song, and the nominations reflect the year's biggest hits. Beyoncé's "Break My Soul" became an anthem for self-discovery, while Bad Bunny's "Tití Me Preguntó" took the world by storm with its catchy rhythm and relatable lyrics. Kendrick Lamar's "The Heart Part 5" tackled societal issues with a powerful message, while Harry Styles' "As It Was" cemented his pop star status.
Best New Artist:
- Doechii
- Wet Leg
- Steve Lacy
- PinkPantheress
- Omar Apollo
The Best New Artist category is always exciting, highlighting the potential of emerging talents. Doechii brings a fresh perspective to hip hop, Wet Leg delivers infectious alternative rock, Steve Lacy blends jazz and R&B, PinkPantheress crafts dreamy pop soundscapes, and Omar Apollo is redefining the Latin music scene.
Song of the Year:
- **"Break My Soul" - Beyoncé (writers: Beyoncé, Terius Nash, The-Dream, Allen Ritter, Nile Rodgers) **
- **"Tití Me Preguntó" - Bad Bunny (writers: Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, Edgar Barrera, Albert Hype, La Paciencia) **
- **"The Heart Part 5" - Kendrick Lamar (writers: Kendrick Lamar, Terrace Martin, Sounwave, B. Franklin) **
- **"As It Was" - Harry Styles (writers: Harry Styles, Kid Harpoon, Tyler Johnson) **
- **"abcdefu" - GAYLE (writers: GAYLE, Dave Pittenger, John Ryan, Jonathan Bellion) **
This category recognizes songwriting excellence, showcasing both lyrical depth and commercial success. Beyoncé's "Break My Soul" continues to resonate with listeners, while Bad Bunny's "Tití Me Preguntó" is a global phenomenon. Kendrick Lamar's "The Heart Part 5" is a lyrical tour-de-force, and Harry Styles' "As It Was" is a radio staple. GAYLE's "abcdefu" is an example of how a simple, relatable song can become a cultural moment.
Other Notable Nominations:
- Best Pop Vocal Album: "Harry's House" - Harry Styles, "Renaissance" - Beyoncé, "Sour" - Olivia Rodrigo, "Midnights" - Taylor Swift, "Can We Be Friends?" - The 1975
- Best Rap Album: "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers" - Kendrick Lamar, "Her Loss" - Drake & 21 Savage, "Honestly, Nevermind" - Drake, "The Off-Season" - J. Cole, "Traumazine" - Megan Thee Stallion
- Best R&B Album: "Voyage to Virgo" - Jazmine Sullivan, "Black Radio III" - Robert Glasper, "Gemini Rights" - Steve Lacy, "For All We Know" - Lucky Daye, "In My Feelings" - Ari Lennox
- Best Rock Album: "The Car" - Arctic Monkeys, "Big Time" - Greta Van Fleet, "Floodlights" - Spoon, "The Chain" - The Chain Smokers, "The Future is Now" - The Killers
The 2025 Grammys promise to be a night of celebration, innovation, and musical excellence. As the music world awaits the official ceremony, one thing is clear: these nominations reflect a vibrant and dynamic era in music history.
Stay tuned for the 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony, where the winners will be revealed and the music industry will celebrate its brightest stars.