Viral breakout artist Zeddy Will has been nominated for Best New Artist (Hip-Hop) at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, scheduled for March 26 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The nomination caps a breakout year for the Queensbridge native, who emerged as one of hip-hop’s most visible new voices in 2025.
Zeddy’s rise followed the release of his debut project, Set The Tone, which featured appearances from French Montana, Lil Tjay, Jenn Carter and StaySolidRocky. His single “Can’t Go Broke (Remix)” gained widespread traction across TikTok and Shazam, accompanied by major out-of-home advertising in New York and Los Angeles and recognition from The New York Times. Another track, “Strut,” with Ayanna Ife and Jenn Carter, has also gained momentum on social platforms, generating hundreds of thousands of user-created videos.
Signed to Power Moves Inc., Zeddy has built a large digital following while continuing to expand his presence through live performances and collaborations. He currently draws millions of monthly listeners on Spotify and maintains a strong social media audience, reflecting his ability to translate viral moments into sustained musical growth. The iHeartRadio nomination places him among the newest artists recognized for impact in hip-hop over the past year.
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