This compilation revisits some of the most iconic moments in the Song Of The Year GRAMMY Category across the decades, featuring career-defining wins from Beyoncé, U2, Adele, Silk Sonic, Seal, Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, John Mayer, and many more — a testament to the songwriters whose work continues to resonate around the world.


The Song Of The Year GRAMMY Category honors the art of songwriting — recognizing the songwriters whose music and lyrics leave a lasting mark on music history. Beyond chart performance, the Song Of The Year GRAMMY Category celebrates songs that connect across generations, capturing emotion, storytelling, and craft at their highest level. Across decades of GRAMMY history, the Song Of The Year Category has spotlighted works that went on to define eras and shape the sound of popular music.


Watch more GRAMMY-history-making moments at the upcoming 2026 GRAMMYS, which take place Sunday, Feb. 1, live at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and broadcasting live on the CBS Television Network and streaming live and on demand on Paramount+. Watch exclusive GRAMMYS highlights from the 2026 GRAMMYS all year long on live.GRAMMY.com.


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