Grammys 2026 Winners: Full List As Davido Shines On Music’s Biggest Night

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, celebrating the best in recorded music from August 2024 through August 2025. Hosted by Trevor Noah for the sixth and final time, the show honoured a dazzling array of international talent — from rap icons and pop superstars to rising global voices. The Grammys showcased the evolution of music across genres.

This year’s ceremony underscored music’s growing global reach — and while Davido’s name lit up the nominations and stage presence, he did not win in his category. Still, his visibility marks a milestone for African artists amidst historically dominant global categories.

The Grammys continue to highlight diversity in music, bringing together artists from different backgrounds and genres.

Major Winners Across Categories

General Field: The Big Honours

• Album of the Year: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS — Bad Bunny
  Bad Bunny’s record made history as an all-Spanish album winning the evening’s top honor.

  
  
  
  
  

• Record of the Year: DtMF — Bad Bunny
  Another landmark win in a category that celebrates excellence in performance and production.

• Song of the Year: “Wildflower” — Billie Eilish

• Best New Artist: Olivia Dean

Genre Highlights and Notable Wins

Rap & R&B

• Best Rap Album: GNX — Kendrick Lamar
  Kendrick dominated the night, adding to his legacy with multiple wins.

• Best R&B Album: MUTT — Leon Thomas

• Best R&B Performance: “Folded” — Kehlani

Rock, Alternative & Country

• Best Rock Album: Never Enough — Turnstile

• Best Alternative Music Album: Songs of a Lost World — The Cure

• Best Contemporary Country Album: Beautifully Broken — Jelly Roll
  Jelly Roll’s multiple wins marked a breakout night in country categories.

Best African & Global Music Recognition

One of the most talked-about international categories at the 2026 Grammys was Best African Music Performance — a category spotlighting the continent’s influence on global music.

• Winner — Best African Music Performance: “Push 2 Start” — Tyla
  The South African star continues her rising trajectory with another Grammy triumph.

Davido’s Grammy Highlight

While Davido did not win the Best African Music Performance category this year, his nomination alongside Omah Lay for “With You” was a strong marker of his expanding global footprint.

Other nominees in this category included major African artists such as Burna Boy, Ayra Starr & Wizkid, and Eddy Kenzo — showcasing Africa’s diverse musical talent on the Grammy stage.

In the broader Global Music categories, global superstars like Bad Bunny and international icons such as Angélique Kidjo also earned accolades, reflecting the Academy’s expanding global perspective.

Other Standout Moments

• Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo for “Defying Gravity” — another crowd-pleasing win.

• Producer of the Year: Cirkut, recognising outstanding creative impact behind the scenes.

• Songwriter of the Year: Amy Allen, spotlighting exceptional craft in songwriting.

What Davido’s Grammy Presence Means

Though Davido didn’t take home a Grammy this year, his nomination itself is a significant accomplishment — especially in a category that places African music on a global stage. His inclusion alongside fellow African stars underscores the continent’s influence and growing impact in global music discussions.

For many fans and commentators, Davido’s presence at the Grammys signals a continuing rise for Afrobeats and African music across award platforms — fueling excitement for future years.

Final Winners Summary (Selected Categories)

The 2026 Grammys was a celebration of musical diversity and innovation, with winners spanning genres, cultures, and continents — and while Davido didn’t walk away with the Grammy itself, his Grammy night presence affirmed the Afrobeats juggernaut’s global momentum.