Kendrick Lamar continues to make waves in the music scene, and 2026 is shaping up to be a spectacular year for him! On January 8, the nominees for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards were revealed, and Kendrick is in the spotlight with five notable nominations.
He’s vying for prestigious titles like Artist of the Year and Hip-Hop Artist of the Year, and his collaboration with SZA, titled "luther" from GNX, has secured nominations for Song of the Year, Best Collaboration, and Hip-Hop Song of the Year. Kendrick is up against powerhouse artists including Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, The Weeknd, and Playboi Carti—competition is fierce!
Adding to this excitement, just days before the nominations, it was revealed that GNX has become Spotify's most-streamed rap album of 2025. Trailing behind are popular projects like Playboi Carti's MUSIC, Tyler The Creator's CHROMAKOPIA, and Kanye West's Graduation. Meanwhile, fellow rapper Drake held onto the title of Spotify's most-streamed rapper of the year.
Moreover, Kendrick and SZA's outstanding talent didn’t just shine in the studio; they also led the pack with the highest-grossing rap tour of the year! Their epic "Grand National" tour raked in an astonishing $369.6 million globally.
When Will Kendrick Lamar Drop A New Album?
As fans celebrate Kendrick's latest triumphs, many are left wondering: when will he release new music? Although the timeline remains a mystery for now, Kendrick dropped some hints at the 12th annual Top Dawg Entertainment Christmas event last month.
During the event, he exchanged words with Chef Boy, sparking wild collaboration rumors. “You going crazy!” he exclaimed to the rising star. “We got one coming, it’s nothing. Say less.” Could this mean Kendrick is crafting a new full-length album? The speculation continues!
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