Kendrick Lamar Passes Jay-Z, Most-Awarded Rapper W/ Grammys

Kendrick Lamar has formally surpassed Jay-Z‘s file, changing into the most-awarded rapper in Grammy historical past!

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Kendrick Lamar Surpasses Jay-Z’s Record, Becoming Most-Awarded Rapper In Grammy History

According to the Daily Mail, on Sunday, February 1, Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy wins rose to a record-breaking variety of 26. This, reportedly breaking Jay-Z’s file of taking residence a complete of 25 Grammys — probably the most a rapper had ever earned till Sunday with Lamar.

Per Vulture, the ‘Not Like Us’ rapper began the night with nominations for 9 awards. Then, he gained  “Best Rap Performance,” “Best Melodic Rap Performance,” and “Best Rap Song.”

Swipe beneath to see extra particulars about every award.

See his acceptance speech with SZA beneath.

Then, because the ceremony went on, Lamar took residence the Grammy for “Best Rap Album” — formally breaking Hov’s file.

Watch a part of his acceptance speech beneath.

Social Media Reacts To His Big Wins

Social media customers reacted to Kendrick Lamar’s achievement in TSR’s comment section.

 Has Jay-Z Publicly Reacted To Kendrick Lamar Surpassing His Record & Making Grammy History?

At this time, Jay-Z has not publicly reacted to Kendrick Lamar surpassing his file and making Grammy History. To word, the Roc Nation web site has shared a message, congratulating its “Roc Fam Winners.” However, Lamar just isn’t part of the Roc roster.

Congratulations to our Roc Fam winners on the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards! #GRAMMYs @clipse @mustard pic.twitter.com/x3codtMXeC

— Roc Nation (@RocNation) February 2, 2026

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