Since their inception in 1959, the Grammys have become the pinnacle of recognition in the music world, honoring artistic excellence, talent, and accomplishments across various musical styles.

The inaugural Grammy Awards featured 28 categories, with wins from legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. At the upcoming 67th annual event, the tally has expanded to 94 categories, including the highly sought-after best new artist and record of the year awards.

Many talented individuals have been honored by the Recording Academy, but who stands out with the most Grammy wins?

The race for the most Grammy trophies has been highly competitive, with numerous iconic artists making their mark. However, only one artist can claim the title of the “Queen B” with record-breaking victories. As we await the 2025 Grammy Awards, here’s a closer look at the artists with the most Grammy Awards.

Who holds the record for most Grammy wins?

Beyoncé is the artist with the highest number of Grammy wins in history, totaling 32 awards throughout her illustrious career. After several victories at the 65th Grammy Awards, she surpassed the previous record held by Georg Solti.

Beyoncé’s initial three Grammy wins were as a member of Destiny’s Child, where she received best R&B performance by a duo or group for the song “Survivor.” She later won five awards as a solo artist during the 46th Grammy Awards in 2004, including best contemporary R&B album for her debut solo project, “Dangerously in Love.”

Additionally, she holds the record for the most nominations in Grammy history, with a total of 99.

Top 10 Grammy Award winners

According to the Recording Academy, here are the ten artists with the most Grammy wins:

• Beyoncé, singer-songwriter: 32
• Georg Solti, orchestral conductor: 31
• Quincy Jones, producer and songwriter: 28
• Alison Krauss, musician: 27
• Chick Corea, jazz musician: 27
• John Williams, composer: 26
• Pierre Boulez, conductor: 26
• Vladimir Horowitz, pianist: 25
• Stevie Wonder, singer-songwriter: 25
• David Frost, producer: 25

Who won the most Grammys in a single evening?

Michael Jackson, known as the “King of Pop,” is tied for the record of most Grammys won in a single night, having won eight awards at the 26th Grammy Awards in 1984. According to the Recording Academy, the awards he received that night included:

• Record of the Year: “Beat It”
• Album of the Year: “Thriller”
• Best Male Pop Vocal Performance: “Thriller”
• Best Male Rock Vocal Performance: “Beat It”
• Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: “Billie Jean”
• Best Rhythm & Blues Song: “Billie Jean”
• Best Recording for Children: “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial”
• Producer of the Year (Non-Classical)

In 2000, Santana matched Jackson’s remarkable record, winning eight Grammys during the 42nd Grammy Awards. His wins included:

• Record of the Year: “Smooth”
• Album of the Year: “Supernatural”
• Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal: “Maria Maria”
• Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals: “Smooth”
• Best Pop Instrumental Performance: “El Farol”
• Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal: “Put Your Lights On”
• Best Rock Instrumental Performance: “The Calling”
• Best Rock Album: “Supernatural”

Beyoncé and Adele are tied for the most Grammys won by a female artist in one night, with each taking home six awards.

Beyoncé’s wins at the 52nd Grammy Awards included:

• Song of the Year: “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)”
• Best Female Pop Vocal Performance: “Halo”
• Best Female R&B Vocal Performance: “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)”
• Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: “At Last”
• Best R&B Song: “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)”
• Best Contemporary R&B Album: “I Am Sasha Fierce”

Adele’s wins at the 54th Grammy Awards included:

• Record of the Year: “Rolling in the Deep”
• Album of the Year: “21”
• Song of the Year: “Rolling in the Deep”
• Best Pop Solo Performance: “Someone Like You”
• Best Pop Vocal Album: “21”
• Best Short Form Music Video: “Rolling in the Deep”