L.A.’s native son swept five awards with his 2024 anthem, celebrating his unmatched ability to bridge artistry, commercial success and cultural commentary.

Kendrick Lamar took home the 2025 Grammy Award win for record of the year. Nominees included Beyoncé, the Beatles, Billie Eilish, Charli xcx, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and Post Malone.

Kendrick Lamar is a 20-time Grammy Award winner, and he could be adding more to that tally later Sunday night (Feb. 2). Lamar's "Not Like Us" won in the best rap song, best rap performance and best music video categories during the 2025 Grammy Premiere Ceremony ahead of Sunday night's prime-time telecast.