Grammy Awards Nominations 2025: Beyoncé Leads With Record 11 Nods, Showcasing Diverse Talent - FULL LIST

Grammy 2025 Nominations List: With Beyoncé leading the way with a record 11 nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards, the music industry is abuzz with anticipation. This achievement increases her career nominations to an impressive 99, setting a new standard for excellence. Hot on her heels are notable artists Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, and Charli XCX, each securing seven nominations, showcasing the vibrant diversity of talent in the running this year.

The competition is particularly fierce in the Album of the Year category, with heavy hitters like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Billie Eilish vying for the top spot alongside newcomers such as Charli XCX and Chappell Roan. This category is a testament to the diverse range of music that has captured the hearts of fans and critics alike over the past year. Adding to the mix are Andre 3000 and Jacob Collier, making it one of the most eclectic groups of nominees in recent memory.

The nominations for Record of the Year are equally diverse, featuring tracks from the albums of these top contenders, as well as additional nods towards industry legends such as The Beatles and Kendrick Lamar. Lamar's nomination is particularly noteworthy due to his ongoing rivalry with Drake, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this year's awards.

In a year marked by a mix of seasoned veterans and breakout stars, the Best New Artist category shines a spotlight on the industry's rising talents. Among them are Benson Boone, Doechii, and Khruangbin, who have each brought fresh perspectives and exciting new sounds to the music scene. Their nominations underscore the Grammy's commitment to recognizing and celebrating new talent.

The 2025 Grammy Awards have embraced a wide spectrum of musical genres, from the traditional to the contemporary. Categories like Best Country Album and Solo Performance sit alongside Best Musical Theatre Album, reflecting the awards' inclusive approach to music. This year's nominations also delve into genres like Alternative Music, Dance Pop, and Rock, as well as international categories such as Best African Music Performance and Best Musica Mexicana Album. This diversity highlights the global reach and eclectic tastes that define the current music landscape.

Behind the scenes, the technical awards such as Producer of the Year, Non-Classical, and Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical, acknowledge the creative forces that shape the music industry. Nominees like Alissia, Daniel Nigro, and Jessie Jo Dillon have made significant contributions to music production and songwriting, showcasing the depth of talent that operates behind the curtain.

First-time Grammy nominees also made headlines, with Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Shaboozey, and Doechii earning significant recognition. Doechii, in particular, has been nominated for three awards, including Best New Artist, marking a strong debut on the Grammy scene. Meanwhile, the legendary Chick Corea, who passed away, received three posthumous nominations, joining Kanye West as the fifth most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 75 nominations.

This year's nominations have not been without controversy, as country star Zach Bryan opted to withdraw his work from Grammy consideration, citing issues with the competitive nature of music awards. His stance echoes the sentiments of past critics like Drake, the Weeknd, and Frank Ocean, highlighting the ongoing debate about the role and impact of music awards within the industry.

The 2025 Grammy Awards promise a celebration of both established icons like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Kendrick Lamar, and the emerging voices that are reshaping the music landscape. By honoring a wide array of talent and embracing diversity across genres and borders, the Grammys are setting the stage for a dynamic and inclusive event that reflects the best of what the music industry has to offer.Check the full nominations list here:

See the full list of Grammy nominees here:

Record of the Year

The Beatles – Now and Then

Beyoncé – Texas Hold ’Em

Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe!

Charli XCX – 360

Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso

Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone – Fortnight

Album of the Year

André 3000 – New Blue Sun

Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter

Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft

Chappell Roan – The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess

Charli XCX – Brat

Jacob Collier – Djesse Vol. 4

Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet

Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department

Song of the Year

Beyoncé – Texas Hold ’Em

Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe!

Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Die With a Smile

Sabrina Carpenter – Please Please Please

Shaboozey – A Bar Song (Tipsy)

Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone – Fortnight

Best Country Album

Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter

Chris Stapleton – Higher

Kacey Musgraves – Deeper Well

Lainey Wilson – Whirlwind

Post Malone – F-1 Trillion

Best Country Solo Performance

Beyoncé – 16 Carriages

Chris Stapleton – It Takes a Woman

Jelly Roll – I Am Not Okay

Kacey Musgraves – The Architect

Shaboozey – A Bar Song (Tipsy)

Best Musical Theatre Album

Hell’s Kitchen

Merrily We Roll Along

The Notebook

The Outsiders

Suffs

The Wiz

Best Melodic Rap Performance

Beyoncé, Linda Martell & Shaboozey – Spaghettii

Future, Metro Boomin & The Weeknd – We Still Don’t Trust You

Jordan Adetunji Featuring Kehlani – Kehlani (Remix)

Latto – Big Mama

Rapsody Featuring Erykah Badu – 3:AM

Best R&B Album

Chris Brown – 11:11 (Deluxe)

Lalah Hathaway – Vantablack

Lucky Daye – Algorithm

Muni Long – Revenge

Usher – Coming Home

Best R&B Performance

Chris Brown – Residuals

Coco Jones – Here We Go (Uh Oh)

Jhené Aiko – Guidance

Muni Long – Made for Me (Live on BET)

SZA – Saturn

Best New Artist

Benson Boone

Doechii

Chappell Roan

Khruangbin

Raye

Sabrina Carpenter

Shaboozey

Teddy Swims

Best Alternative Music Performance

Cage the Elephant – Neon Pill

Fontaines D.C. – Starburster

Kim Gordon – Bye Bye

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds – Song of the Lake

St. Vincent – Flea

Best Dance Pop Recording

Ariana Grande – Yes, And?

Billie Eilish – L’Amour de Ma Vie (Over Now Extended Edit)

Charli XCX – Von Dutch

Madison Beer – Make You Mine

Troye Sivan – Got Me Started

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

Ariana Grande, Brandy & Monica – The Boy Is Mine – Remix

Beyoncé Featuring Post Malone – Levii’s Jeans

Charli XCX & Billie Eilish – Guess Featuring Billie Eilish

Gracie Abrams Featuring Taylor Swift – Us.

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Die With a Smile

Best Pop Solo Performance

Beyoncé – Bodyguard

Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe!

Charli XCX – Apple

Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso

Best Rock Album

The Black Crowes – Happiness Bastards

Fontaines D.C. – Romance

Green Day – Saviors

Idles – Tangk

Jack White – No Name

Pearl Jam – Dark Matter

The Rolling Stones – Hackney Diamonds

Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

Alissia

Daniel Nigro

Dernst “D’Mile" Emile II

Ian Fitchuk

Mustard

Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical

Amy Allen

Edgar Barrera

Jessi Alexander

Jessie Jo Dillon

Raye

Best African Music Performance

Asake & Wizkid – MMS

Burna Boy – Higher

Chris Brown Featuring Davido & Lojay – Sensational

Tems – Love Me JeJe

Yemi Alade – Tomorrow

Best Musica Mexicana Album (Including Tejano)

Carín León – Boca Chueca, Vol. 1

Chiquis – Diamantes

Jessi Uribe – De Lejitos

Peso Pluma – Éxodo

Best Latin Pop Album

Anitta – Funk Generation

Kali Uchis – Orquídeas

Kany García – García

Luis Fonsi – El Viaje

Shakira – Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

Best Gospel Performance/Song

Doe – Holy Hands

Melvin Crispell III – Yesterday

Ricky Dillard – Hold On (Live)

Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Erica Campbell & Israel Houghton Featuring Jonathan McReynolds & Jekalyn Carr – One Hallelujah

Yolanda Adams – Church Doors