Full List of Artists with Most Grammy Awards of All Time – Many people are curious about who has the most Grammy Awards, and in this article, we will give you with the facts. But first, let us learn more about the Grammy Awards and their impact on music culture.
What is a Grammy Award?
The Grammy Awards, also known as GRAMMYs, are one of the most prestigious awards in the United States music industry, recognizing performers such as musicians, musical producers, singers, and rappers for their outstanding talents and efforts for the year across various genres.
Since its inception in 1959 by the Recording Academy board, several artists have set records for the highest Grammy wins, cementing their legacies as some of the greatest musicians of all time.
As of February 2025, below is the full list of artists, musicians and rappers who have won the most number of Grammy Awards in history.
1. Beyoncé – 35 Grammys
Beyoncé has 35 Grammy Awards, more than any other musician, making her the all-time Grammy Award winner.
The celebrated songstress surpassed classical conductor Georg Solti in 2023 to become the artist with the most wins in Grammy history.
Her awards span multiple genres, including R&B, pop, and hip-hop, showcasing her versatility and dominance in the music industry.
Beyoncé’s last Grammy Award win occurs on February 2, 2025, when she won Best Album of the Year for “Cowboy Carter,” becoming the first black artist to do so.
2. Georg Solti – 31 Grammys
Before Beyoncé, Georg Solti, a legendary Hungarian-British conductor, held the record with 31 Grammy Awards. Solti, known for his work in classical music, won Grammys throughout his illustrious career as the conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
3. Quincy Jones – 28 Grammys
Renowned producer, composer, and musician Quincy Jones has won 28 Grammy Awards. His influence spans multiple decades, having worked with icons like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin.
Jones who died at aged 91 in 2024 worked on Jackson’s “Thriller” which is currently the best-selling album of all time. His awards and songs still remain legendary.
4. Chick Corea – 28 Grammys
Jazz legend Chick Corea has 28 Grammy Awards, making him one of the most decorated musicians in jazz history. His work as a pianist and composer has influenced countless artists. Corea whose career spanned over 50 years was nominated 72 times before he died at aged 79 in 2021.
Chick Corea won the Jazz Instrumental record category as a “Remembrance” at the 67th Grammy Awards in 2025, despite also being nominated for Improvised Jazz Solo.
5. Alison Krauss – 27 Grammys
Country and bluegrass singer Alison Krauss has earned 27 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most decorated female artists in Grammy history.
Her success comes from her work both as a solo artist and with her band Union Station.
6. Pierre Boulez – 26 Grammys
French composer and conductor Pierre Boulez has won 26 Grammy Awards, primarily in classical music. His influence on 20th-century compositions and orchestral music remains unparalleled.
He won his first Grammys with his notable work on “Jesus is King”.
7. John Williams – 26 Grammys
One of the greatest film composers of all time, John Williams, has 26 Grammy Awards for his unforgettable movie scores, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, and Indiana Jones.
His ability to create iconic soundtrackshas made him a legend in Hollywood and beyond.
8. Stevie Wonder – 25 Grammys
Music legend Stevie Wonder has won 25 Grammy Awards, making him one of the most celebrated artists in history. Known for classics like “Superstition”, “Isn’t She Lovely”, and “I Just Called to Say I Love You”, his contributions to music have spanned soul, pop, and R&B.
9. Kanye West & Jay-Z – 24 Grammys Each
Kanye West and Jay-Z are tied in the rap category, with 24 Grammy Awards each. They are the top rappers who won the most Grammy Awards before Kendrick Lamar.
Kanye is best known for groundbreaking albums like “The College Dropout” and “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy”, has won in categories like Best Rap Album and Best Rap Song.
Jay-Z, on the other hand is one of hip-hop’s biggest moguls, who has dominated both rap and business, earning Grammys for his legendary catalog and collaborations.
Jay-Z’s last Grammy win was in 2022 for Best Rap Song with a collaborative song ‘Jail’ by Kanye West off his tenth studio album Donda released in 2021.
10. U2 – 22 Grammys
Irish rock band U2 holds the record for the most Grammy wins by a group, with 22 awards. The band, led by Bono, has dominated categories such as Best Rock Album, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year over their decades-long career.
11. Kendrick Lamar – 22 Grammys
Kendrick Lamar has won 22 Grammy Awards in his career. The rapper who is best known for his popular song “Sing about Me” won his first Grammy award in 2015 with his “I from Good Kid, M.A.A.City” in the Best Rap Song category.
Since then Kendrick has established himself as one of the most influential hip-hop and rappers of all time reflecting his significant impact the genre.
In 2025, Lamar made history as he took home five Grammys awards with his 2024 released hit track “Not Like Us” in addition to his 17 awards.
The song aimed at Drake beats Taylor Swift, Post Malone, The Beatles, Beyoncé, Billie Elish, and Chappell Roan to win Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Rap Song of the Year, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video.”
Many admirers congratulated the Los Angeles-born rapper on joining legendary artists such as Michael Jackson, Santana and Beyoncé who have won Grammys in one night at the Crypto.com arena.
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