Grammys 2025: Wild Races Emerge for Record & Song of the Year

As the Grammy nominations deadline approaches on November 16, forecasters are finalizing predictions for the upcoming awards. While the Album of the Year category appears to have a more defined set of contenders, the Record of the Year and Song of the Year races are shaping up to be unpredictable.

Both Record and Song of the Year categories are expected to feature a similar, yet distinct, group of artists. Song of the Year focuses on songwriters, while Record of the Year acknowledges performers and production. This year, projections indicate six of the eight artists might appear in both categories, though specific songs may differ.

A significant question is how diverse the nominations will be, with a potential for newer acts to gain traction over established veterans. Some predictions show emerging artists like Olivia Dean and Raye dominating early Song of the Year odds, while veteran artists like Bruce Springsteen and Madonna could still secure spots.

The broader music landscape, including pop dominance and the potential for cross-genre appeal from artists like Noah Kahan and Ella Langley, will also play a role in the final nomination lists.