The standout moment of the ceremony was Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny winning the top Grammy prize, Album of the Year. “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” became the first all-Spanish-language album to receive the highest honor, marking a major milestone for Latin music and highlighting the growing recognition of cultural diversity in global awards.

Rapper Kendrick Lamar further cemented his status by winning Record of the Year.

Rap and hip-hop are no longer marginal genres but have become central pillars of contemporary music in the US and worldwide. The 68th Grammy Awards also showcased the powerful impact of a new generation of artists.

Billie Eilish was honored in the Song of the Year category, continuing a streak of success for artists who have thrived in the digital music era, where individuality and the ability to forge emotional connections with a global audience are increasingly valued.

This year's event also marked a symbolic breakthrough for K-pop, as a song from the genre secured a Grammy win for the first time in history. It reflects the rising influence of Asian pop culture and signals a shift in soft power within the global entertainment industry.

Speaking at the event, Darren Criss, a member of the organizing committee, said, "What makes this community so powerful is that regardless of genres, backgrounds, or path, music carries the same extraordinary ability to uplift, to heal, and to connect. Music reminds us of our shared humanity. It crosses borders, bridges differences, and meets people exactly where they are."

First held in 1959, the Grammy Awards are presented annually by the Recording Academy of the United States to honor artists for outstanding contributions to the music industry.