Latin Grammy 2024 Predictions: Who Will Take Home the Top Awards?

The Latin Grammy Awards 2024 are just around the corner. As the big day draws near, fans eagerly share who they think will bring home the coveted gramophone. This 25th edition, organized by the Latin Recording Academy, will take place on November 14th in Miami, a fitting location for the world’s largest celebration and recognition of Latin music. Let’s go through our predictions for the winners in the top four categories.

1. Record of the Year

Nominees:

• Mil Veces – Anitta
• Mónaco – Bad Bunny
• Una Vida Pasada – Camilo & Carin León
• Catalina – Cimafunk & Monsieur Periné
• Derrumbe – Jorge Drexler
• Con Dinero y Sin Dinero – Fonseca & Grupo Niche
• Mi Ex Tenía Razón – Karol G
• Mambo 23 – Juan Luis Guerra
• Tenochtitlán – Mon Laferte
• Igual Que Un Ángel – Kali Uchis & Peso Pluma

Prediction: Mi Ex Tenía Razón by Karol G

Karol G’s admission to the Latin Grammys has had phenomenal success this year, with over 570 million streams on Spotify alone. The song combines the rhythms of traditional cumbia music with a splash of Tex-Mex and pop elements to create a track that is catchy, yet emotionally charged. Fans speculate that it is a personal message to her ex, Anuel AA, given its references to moving on and finding someone better and hinting at her current relationship with Feid, who also appears in the music video. Considering her widespread following and massive popularity, we are sure that Karol G has a very strong chance of winning in this category.

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2. Album of the Year

Nominees:

• Bolero – Ángela Aguilar
• Cuatro – Camilo
• Xande Canta Caetano – Xande De Pilares
• Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season) – Karol G
• García – Kany García
• Radio Güira – Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
• Autopoiética – Mon Laferte
• Boca Chueca, Vol. 1 – Carin León
• Las Letras Ya No Importan – Residente
• Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran – Shakira

Prediction: Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran by Shakira

Shakira has come back with a vengeance following her public and somewhat controversial split from her husband Gerard Piqué. The album mixes different genres, collaborations, and raw storytelling, highlighting Shakira’s unfiltered resilience. From viral hits like “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” to reflective tracks like “Acróstico,” and backed by a diverse group of collaborators like Cardi B, Karol G, and Grupo Frontera, this album shows her strength, sense of humor, vulnerability, and versatility, making her a top contender for this award.

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3. Song of the Year

Nominees:

• A Fuego Lento – Daymé Arocena & Vicente García
• A La Mitad (Banda Sonora Original De La Serie “Zorro”) – -Julio Reyes Copello & Mariana Vega (Maura Nava)
• Aún Me Sigo Encontrando – Rubén Blades, Gian Marco, & Julio Reyes Copello (Rubén Blades & Gian Marco)
• Caracas En El 2000 – Marvin Hawkins Rodriguez, Jerry Di, La Pichu, Danny Ocean, & Elena Rose (Elena Rose, Danny Ocean, & Jerry Di)
• Derrumbe – Jorge Drexler
• (Entre Paréntesis) – Edgar Barrera, Kevyn Mauricio Cruz, Manuel Lorente Freire, Lenin Yorney Palacios, & Shakira (Shakira, Grupo Frontera)
• Mi Ex Tenía Razón – Edgar Barrera, Andres Jael Correa Rios, Kevyn Mauricio Cruz, Karol G, & MAG (Karol G)
• Según Quién – Edgar Barrera, Kevyn Mauricio Cruz, Luís Miguel Gómez Castaño, Maluma, Lenin Yorney Palacios, & Juan Camilo Vargas (Maluma & Carin León)
• Te Lo Agradezco -Rafa Arcaute, Kany García, Carin León, & Richi López (Kany García & Carin León)
• 313 – Leo Genovese, Residente, & Silvia Pérez Cruz (Residente, Silvia Pérez Cruz, & Penélope Cruz)

Prediction: Caracas En El 2000 by Elena Rose, Danny Ocean, & Jerry Di

This song captures the spirit of Caracas with its mix of tropical sounds and urban undertones. The lyrics reflect on the personal experiences of growing up in the city before being displaced due to political turmoil. Meanwhile, the music video features iconic landmarks such as El Ávila and the Hotel Humboldt, capturing the essence of Venezuela’s capital in just a few minutes. This song goes beyond being just a mere homage to a city; it strikes a chord with thousands who have had to leave their homes in search of a better life, making it a powerful and deserving contender for Song of the Year.

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4. Best New Artist

Nominees:

• Agris
• Kevin Aguilar
• Darumas
• Nicolle Horbath
• Latin Mafia
• Cacá Magalhães
• Os Garotin
• Iñigo Quintero
• Sofi Saar
• Ela Taubert

Prediction: Iñigo Quintero

Iñigo Quintero has made a pretty significant impact this year with his single “Si no estás.” The song won the number one spot globally on Spotify and dominated the charts in numerous countries across Europe and Latin America. Despite being a newcomer, he has already achieved what many veteran musicians aspire to, thanks to his relatable storytelling and the power of platforms like TikTok, where the track went viral. Quintero’s success shows how new artists are using social media effectively to launch their careers. With his growing fan base and undeniable talent, Quintero is a favorite for this award.

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