At the 68th Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026, Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny made history as the first Hispanic musician to win Album of the Year for an album recorded entirely in Spanish.
The award recognized his project DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS and marked a milestone for Spanish-language music in the United States.
Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, Bad Bunny is known not only for his success as a rapper, singer, and producer, but also for using his platform to speak about culture and identity. His award-winning album focuses on themes of nostalgia, home, and Puerto Rican pride, resonating with fans worldwide.
During his acceptance speech for Album of the Year in Los Angeles, Bad Bunny spoke mostly in Spanish and addressed Puerto Rico directly. He reminded audiences that the island is part of the United States.
He emphasized pride in his heritage and encouraged Puerto Ricans to believe in their strength. He also took this moment as an opportunity to honor immigrants.
The artist said, “I want to dedicate this award to all the people who had to leave their homeland, their country, to follow their dreams.”
During his speech, he continued to build up that community.
Bad Bunny stated, “There is nothing we can’t accomplish.”
In addition to Album of the Year, Bad Bunny won Best Música Urbana Album for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS and Best Global Music Performance for “EoO.” Some considered his speeches to be some of the most powerful moments of the night.
The artist used the opening moments of his acceptance speech for Best Música Urbana Album to speak out against ICE.
“Before I say thanks to God, I am going to say ICE out,” he said. “We are not savage, we are not animals, we are not aliens, we are humans, and we are Americans.”
Later in the evening, Bad Bunny added that love is stronger than hate and encouraged people to fight injustice with compassion rather than anger.
The 68th Grammy Awards will be remembered not only for celebrating music but for highlighting artists who used their voices to address political and social issues. Bad Bunny’s historic wins and speeches showed how music can celebrate culture and inspire pride on a global scale.
