There's nothing like receiving a nomination for a Latin GRAMMY. Just ask Cazzu, Guaynaa, Soy Emilia and Nathy Peluso, who each received their first nod earlier this year.

Ahead of the 2020 Latin GRAMMYs this week, GRAMMY.com recently caught up with the Latin superstars to get the deets behind their reactions. Read below to meet some of this year's first-time Latin GRAMMY nominees.

Tune into the 2020 Latin GRAMMYs on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 8 p.m. ET/PT to see who will potentially take home their first-ever golden gramophone. 

Guaynaa

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​Where were you when you found out you were nominated for a Latin GRAMMY?

In a hotel in Miami just getting up.

How did you feel?

I was very excited, happy and incredulous at the same time. I had just realized one of my biggest dreams as an artist.

Who did you tell first about your nomination?

My parents.

What does this nomination mean to you?

It means a lot of things, but it definitely represents a reward for sacrificing days and nights in the recording studios and endless hours flying to bring our talent to the world.

Who are you most excited to see at this year's Latin GRAMMYs?

I don't have anyone in particular, but it's always exciting to be reunited with my colleagues at any kind of awards, and I imagine it will be even more exciting at the Latin GRAMMYs.

Cazzu

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​Where were you when you found out you were nominated for a Latin GRAMMY?

When I found out about the nomination, I was on my bed having a session with my therapist via Skype when a message dropped down about my nomination [lLughs] and I told my therapist.

How did you feel?

What I felt when I found out I was nominated was, obviously, very surprised and a lot of gratitude. Happiness, happiness. It's enough of an achievement for me. A nomination, no matter who wins, the recognition is always a compliment. 

Who did you tell first about your nomination?

[Laughs] The first person I was able to tell was my therapist because he was there when I got the message, so he was the first to know. 

Who are you most excited to see at this year's Latin GRAMMYs?

I get very excited about seeing my colleagues and my friends. They're the people I like to bump into on the red carpet. I think it is really gratifying knowing I'll be around friends and compatriots. 

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Soy Emilia

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Where were you when you found out you were nominated for a Latin GRAMMY?

I was at home making acoustic videos for a Mexican channel called "El Sofa." 

How did you feel?

I was surprised, I did not expect this nomination and then I felt very excited and happy for the recognition.

Who did you tell first about your nomination?

I told my sister, who began to cry, first, and then my mother who also cried of emotion.

What does this nomination mean to you?

This nomination means recognition for the constant work as an independent and alternative artist.

Who are you most excited to see at this year's Latin GRAMMYs?

I want to see Debi Nova's presentation. I love her.

Nathy Peluso​

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​Where were you when you found out you were nominated for a Latin GRAMMY?

I was out. They called me on the phone and it took me by surprise. I started running around on the street. I called my mom. I did not expect it, really. It was like a very unexpected call for me. I wasn't waiting to see if they would tell me something; I did not expect it at all.

Who did you tell first about your nomination? Was it your mom?

Yes. I thought she would be very excited. I told her the news. I said, "Mami, mami, I'm nominated for a Latin GRAMMY." And she said, "Wow. Nathy, that doesn't surprise me, because you deserve it." She said very nice things. It was an exciting moment.

What does this nomination mean to you?

For me, it means [a lot coming] from the music industry, from the Academy, from my peers. Like very important inspiration for me to push forward and continue to represent Latin music with a lot of love. For me, it gives me a sense of pride and honor to be able to be there representing so many musicians, our culture, our music. It’s incredible.

The 2020 Latin GRAMMYs will air on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). The broadcast will also air on TNT (cable) at 7 p.m. (MEX)/8 p.m. (COL)/10 p.m. (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. 

Learn more about the 2020 Latin GRAMMY Awards via the Latin Recording Academy's official website.

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