Gospel powerhouse Israel & New Breed have made history at the Grammy Awards, as their groundbreaking project Coritos Vol. 1 became the first full Spanish-language album ever to win Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.
The historic win marks a watershed moment not only for contemporary Christian music, but also for Latin worship expression on one of the world's most visible musical stages. Rooted in faith, heritage, and congregational praise, Coritos Vol. 1 celebrates Spanish-language worship songs that have shaped generations, reimagined through Israel & New Breed's signature sound.
Taking the Grammy stage, Israel Houghton delivered a heartfelt and faith-infused acceptance speech that resonated far beyond the auditorium. He publicly thanked his wife, Adrienne Bailon, for her unwavering support, before using the moment to affirm and uplift the Latin community amid a tense cultural and political climate.
"So glad to be representing Latinos," Houghton declared onstage, before offering a simple but powerful exhortation reflective of his Christian convictions: a call for people to "be a little nicer" to one another.
The moment stood out as one of the ceremony's most sincere expressions of unity, compassion, and gospel-centered humility - values that have long defined Houghton's ministry and musical legacy.
Coritos Vol. 1 triumphed over a competitive field of nominees that included Forrest Frank (Child of God II), Brandon Lake (King of Hearts), Lecrae (Reconstruction), and Tauren Wells (Let the Church Sing).
More than an industry milestone, the Grammy win signals a growing recognition of the global and multilingual nature of worship music. It affirms that praise transcends language, culture, and borders - and that Spanish-speaking believers are an essential and vibrant part of the global Church.
For Israel & New Breed, Coritos Vol. 1 is not simply an album, but an offering of gratitude and testimony - one that now stands permanently etched into Grammy history.
