Covers.com reports that Kendrick Lamar is heading into the 2026 Grammy Awards with nine nominations, positioning him to potentially break Jay‑Z’s all‑time record for Grammys won by a rapper. Lamar reportedly has 22 Grammys and would need four more wins to surpass Jay‑Z’s 25.
Associated Press coverage cited in the item frames Lamar as a frontrunner in multiple major categories, while other outlets note the broader momentum around his recent chart dominance.
**Echotitbits take:** The “Kendrick vs. the world” narrative has led to a possible coronation moment. If he surpasses Jay‑Z, the GOAT debate moves from barbershop talk to record books—especially if he delivers a headline performance that addresses the year’s lyrical and legal drama.
Source: Grammy – https://www.grammy.com/news/rappers-who-have-the-most-grammy-wins (January 23, 2026)
Photo Credit: Grammy 2026-01-23
