Sparked by raw social commentary and rapid-fire flows, Dominican rapper J Noa captured her first Latin Grammy on Thursday in Las Vegas, taking home the trophy for Best Rap/Hip Hop Song for “Antisistema” alongside producer Trooko.
The victory anchors a historic night for the Dominican Republic, which secured three separate wins across distinct musical categories during the 27th annual Latin Grammy Awards. Diario Libre reported that the track stood out in a fiercely contested category that featured heavyweights like Arcángel, Tokischa, and Feid.
- J Noa and Trooko won Best Rap/Hip Hop Song for “Antisistema” during the Premiere ceremony.
- Techy Fatule claimed Best Merengue/Bachata Album for “Chula”, opening the nation’s victory tally.
- León Yamil secured Best Tropical Song for “Nombre y apellido”, co-written alongside Luis Enrique and Ender Thomas.
Released as a hard-hitting collaboration, “Antisistema” pairs J Noa’s signature delivery with Trooko’s intricate production. Diario Libre reported that the track maintains the artist’s focus on direct lyricism and societal critique. The Academy recognized the pair as the primary authors behind the work.
The nomination placed J Noa directly against fellow Dominican artist Tokischa, who competed alongside Kase.O with “Mono.” Other nominees in the category included Akapellah featuring Melymel with “El Pana Deiby” and Feid paired with Lil Supa on “Poder.”
J Noa has built her growing career around rapid cadence and uncompromising street-level narratives. Diario Libre said that her music serves as a vehicle for a younger generation finding their voice through hip hop. This first Latin Grammy victory broadens her international footprint far beyond the borders of the Dominican Republic.
The broader delegation from the Caribbean nation also featured nominations for Manerra, Gabriel Pagán, and Covi Quintana. The main ceremony unfolded Thursday evening in Las Vegas, celebrating the breadth of Latin music across multiple generations.
| Winner | Category | Winning Work |
|---|---|---|
| J Noa and Trooko | Best Rap/Hip Hop Song | “Antisistema” |
| Techy Fatule | Best Merengue/Bachata Album | “Chula” |
| León Yamil | Best Tropical Song | “Nombre y apellido” |
