The Latin GRAMMYs 2023 Awards are like a big party celebrating amazing music. They give awards to the people who make the music, like the singers, the folks who create the beats, and the sound experts who make everything sound great. One of the biggest prizes is the Record of the Year.
This award goes to a song that’s both super good and loved by lots of people. Let’s get to know the songs nominated for Record of the Year at the 24th Latin GRAMMY Awards and the awesome folks behind them.
Exploring the Best Songs at the Latin GRAMMYs 2023
1. “Don’t Shut Me Down” – ABBA
- Producer: Benny Andersson
- Engineers/Mixers: Benny Andersson & Bernard Löhr
- Mastering Engineer: Björn Engelmann
ABBA, the famous Swedish pop group, brought us “Don’t Shut Me Down.” It’s a catchy song that shows how talented they are. Benny Andersson is the mastermind behind this hit.
2. “Easy On Me” – Adele
- Producer: Greg Kurstin
- Engineers/Mixers: Julian Burg, Tom Elmhirst & Greg Kurstin
- Mastering Engineer: Randy Merrill
Adele, the incredible British singer, made a huge comeback with “Easy On Me.” Thanks to Greg Kurstin and his team of sound experts, the song sounds fantastic.
3. “BREAK MY SOUL” – Beyoncé
- Producers: Beyoncé, Terius “The-Dream” Gesteelde-Diamant, Jens Christian Isaksen & Christopher “Tricky” Stewart
- Engineers/Mixers: Brandon Harding, Chris McLaughlin & Stuart White
- Mastering Engineer: Colin Leonard
The queen herself, Beyoncé, gave us “BREAK MY SOUL.” It’s a powerful song, and it took a group of talented people to make it sound so good.
4. “Good Morning Gorgeous” – Mary J. Blige
- Producers: D’Mile & H.E.R.
- Engineers/Mixers: Bryce Bordone, Serban Ghenea & Pat Kelly
Mary J. Blige, the R&B legend, teamed up with D’Mile & H.E.R. to create “Good Morning Gorgeous.” This song is all about confidence and style.
5. “You And Me On The Rock” – Brandi Carlile Featuring Lucius
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- Producers: Dave Cobb & Shooter Jennings
- Engineers/Mixers: Brandon Bell, Tom Elmhirst & Michael Harris
- Mastering Engineer: Pete Lyman
Brandi Carlile, along with Lucius, gave us “You And Me On The Rock.” It’s a soulful and melodic experience crafted by Dave Cobb and Shooter Jennings.
6. “Woman” – Doja Cat
- Producers: Crate Classics, Linden Jay, Aynzli Jones & Yeti Beats
- Engineers/Mixers: Jesse Ray Ernster & Rian Lewis, Tyler Sheppard & Kalani Thompson
- Mastering Engineer: Mike Bozzi
Doja Cat’s “Woman” is a cool mix of different styles, and it shows how versatile she is. The production team and sound experts made sure it sounded bold and catchy.
7. “Bad Habit” – Steve Lacy
- Producer: Steve Lacy
- Engineers/Mixers: Neal Pogue & Karl Wingate
- Mastering Engineer: Mike Bozzi
Steve Lacy’s “Bad Habit” is a great example of his unique talent and style. It’s a fresh take on modern R&B music.
8. “The Heart Part 5” – Kendrick Lamar
- Producer: Beach Noise
- Engineers/Mixers: Beach Noise, Rob Bisel, Ray Charles Brown Jr., James Hunt, Johnny Kosich, Matt Schaeffer & Johnathan Turner
- Mastering Engineer: Emerson Mancini
Kendrick Lamar’s “The Heart Part 5” shows off his amazing rap skills and creative approach to hip-hop. A bunch of sound experts made it sound really interesting.
9. “About Damn Time” – Lizzo (Winner)
- Producers: Ricky Reed & Blake Slatkin
- Engineers/Mixers: Patrick Kehrier, Bill Malina & Manny Marroquin
- Mastering Engineer: Emerson Mancini
Lizzo’s “About Damn Time” is a triumphant song, and it won the Record of the Year award. Thanks to a talented team, it’s a true musical gem.
10. “As It Was” – Harry Styles
– Producers: Tyler Johnson & Kid Harpoon
– Engineers/Mixers: Jeremy Hatcher & Spike Stent
– Mastering Engineer: Randy Merrill
Harry Styles’ “As It Was” shows his growth as an artist. With the help of producers and sound experts, it’s both deep and melodically rich.
These songs are special because they sound amazing and are loved by many people. The Latin GRAMMYs recognize the hard work and talent that goes into creating such wonderful music. We can’t wait to see which one of these songs wins the big prize!