The GRAMMYs
2026
Dec 1st, 2025
Songwriter Of The Year (Non-Classical)
Songwriter Of The Year (Non-Classical)
Nomination
Edgar Barrera (Edgar Barrera) is nominated for The GRAMMYs 2026 Songwriter Of The Year (Non-Classical)
Edgar Barrera (Edgar Barrera) is nominated for The GRAMMYs 2026 Songwriter Of The Year (Non-Classical)
Edgar Barrera (Edgar Barrera) is nominated for The GRAMMYs 2026 Songwriter Of The Year (Non-Classical)
Edgar Barrera
Featured Artists
Songwriters
Related Info
Birthday Behavior (BIA, Young Miko) (S), Coleccionando Heridas (KAROL G, Marco Antonio Solís) (T), Ese Vato No Te Queda (Carín León, Gabito Ballesteros) (S), Me Jalo (Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera) (T), Me Retiro (Santana, Grupo Frontera) (S), Milagros (KAROL G) (S), Sigueme Besando Asi (Manuel Turizo) (T), Soltera (Shakira) (S), Una Noche Contigo (Juanes) (S)
Edgar Barrera had a highly successful year, culminating in three major awards at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs, including Song Of The Year for KAROL G's 'Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido.'
Cultural impact
He played a key role in the success of major crossover hits, including "un x100to" with Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny, and "Según Quién" with Maluma and Carín León, expanding the reach of Latin music internationally.
Barrera’s mentorship and partnership with emerging acts like Grupo Frontera through his BorderKid Records imprint have fostered new talent and innovation within the Latin music industry.
Critical response
Billboard highlighted Barrera as "a key player designing the sound of modern-day Latin music," noting his versatility and impact across genres. Read full review
Variety praised Barrera’s ability to take artists out of their comfort zones and experiment with new sounds, calling him "the go-to songwriter for top-charting acts looking to expand their musical range." Read full review
NPR Music recognized Barrera as the leading nominee at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, emphasizing his "towering achievements" and influence as a songwriter and producer. Read full review
Edgar Barrera
Featured Artists
Songwriters
Related Info
Birthday Behavior (BIA, Young Miko) (S), Coleccionando Heridas (KAROL G, Marco Antonio Solís) (T), Ese Vato No Te Queda (Carín León, Gabito Ballesteros) (S), Me Jalo (Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera) (T), Me Retiro (Santana, Grupo Frontera) (S), Milagros (KAROL G) (S), Sigueme Besando Asi (Manuel Turizo) (T), Soltera (Shakira) (S), Una Noche Contigo (Juanes) (S)
Edgar Barrera had a highly successful year, culminating in three major awards at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs, including Song Of The Year for KAROL G's 'Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido.'
Cultural impact
He played a key role in the success of major crossover hits, including "un x100to" with Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny, and "Según Quién" with Maluma and Carín León, expanding the reach of Latin music internationally.
Barrera’s mentorship and partnership with emerging acts like Grupo Frontera through his BorderKid Records imprint have fostered new talent and innovation within the Latin music industry.
Critical response
Billboard highlighted Barrera as "a key player designing the sound of modern-day Latin music," noting his versatility and impact across genres. Read full review
Variety praised Barrera’s ability to take artists out of their comfort zones and experiment with new sounds, calling him "the go-to songwriter for top-charting acts looking to expand their musical range." Read full review
NPR Music recognized Barrera as the leading nominee at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, emphasizing his "towering achievements" and influence as a songwriter and producer. Read full review
Edgar Barrera
Featured Artists
Songwriters
Related Info
Birthday Behavior (BIA, Young Miko) (S), Coleccionando Heridas (KAROL G, Marco Antonio Solís) (T), Ese Vato No Te Queda (Carín León, Gabito Ballesteros) (S), Me Jalo (Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera) (T), Me Retiro (Santana, Grupo Frontera) (S), Milagros (KAROL G) (S), Sigueme Besando Asi (Manuel Turizo) (T), Soltera (Shakira) (S), Una Noche Contigo (Juanes) (S)
Edgar Barrera had a highly successful year, culminating in three major awards at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs, including Song Of The Year for KAROL G's 'Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido.'
Cultural impact
He played a key role in the success of major crossover hits, including "un x100to" with Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny, and "Según Quién" with Maluma and Carín León, expanding the reach of Latin music internationally.
Barrera’s mentorship and partnership with emerging acts like Grupo Frontera through his BorderKid Records imprint have fostered new talent and innovation within the Latin music industry.
Critical response
Billboard highlighted Barrera as "a key player designing the sound of modern-day Latin music," noting his versatility and impact across genres. Read full review
Variety praised Barrera’s ability to take artists out of their comfort zones and experiment with new sounds, calling him "the go-to songwriter for top-charting acts looking to expand their musical range." Read full review
NPR Music recognized Barrera as the leading nominee at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, emphasizing his "towering achievements" and influence as a songwriter and producer. Read full review
