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Carla Patricia Morrison Flores (born July 19, 1986) is a Mexican indie-pop guitarist and singer. She has released three studio albums and has received various awards and nominations including two Grammy Award nominations and three Latin Grammy Awards.

Early life

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Carla Morrison was born in Tecate, Baja California, to Mexican parents, Porfiria Flores and Hilario Morrison (né Viera), who obtained his last name when he was adopted by William Guy Morrison, born in California to an English migrant named Laura Morrison.[1]

Morrison lived in Tecate during her early years, taking classes in drawing and dancing. At 17, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona to study music at the Mesa Community College, later dropping out to perform as the lead singer of the band Babaluca alongside Nicolas Kizer and Niki Petta.[2] The band started working with Mark Erickson from Colorstone, but never released a completed project. Morrison soon stepped away from the band in order to pursue a solo career.[3]

Musical career

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In 2009, Morrison released her first EP, entitled Aprendiendo a Aprender, produced independently in the home studio of Jordan Beriault in Tempe, Arizona, the record contains six songs composed and produced by herself, plus a cover of Ramón Ayala's song "Tragos de Amargo Licor".[4] Her second EP Mientras tú Dormías... was released in 2010 and was produced by Mexican singer and songwriter Natalia Lafourcade.[5] The latter EP received a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album at the 12th Annual Latin Grammy Awards.[6] In 2011, she performed her EPs in several venues including the Teatro Metropólitan and the Lunario of the Auditorio Nacional, both in Mexico.[7][8]

On 24 March 2012, she released her debut album Déjenme Llorar produced by Juan Manuel Torreblanca from the band Torreblanca and Andrés Landon.[9] The album was certified platinum in Mexico and entered both the Top Latin Albums and Latin Pop Albums Billboard charts, at number 56 and 15 respectively.[10][11] At the 13th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, Morrison received four nominations including Album of the Year and won Best Alternative Music Album for the album and Best Alternative Song for the title track "Déjenme Llorar".[12] The album also received a nomination for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.[13] After the release of the album, she participated in different music festivals, including the Festival Viva la Canción 2012 in Madrid, Estéreo Picnic Festival in Bogotá, Pa’l Norte Rock Festival 2012 in Monterrey and Lollapalooza Chile 2013 in Santiago, among others.[14][15][16][17]

Carla Morrison - 2020

In 2013, Morrison was featured in the song "Yo sé que está en tu corazón" from Juan Gabriel's album Los Dúo, Vol. 2, the album was composed of new versions of songs by Gabriel as duets with different artists.[18] Also in 2013, Morrison released her third EP Jugando en Serio, consisting of acoustic versions of the songs "Yo Sigo Aquí", "Compartir", "Lágrimas", "Buena Malicia" and "Pan Dulce" from her previous records.[19]

In 2015, she made her acting debut in the romantic comedy film Ana Maria in Novela Land as Laura.[20] On 6 November 2015, she released her second studio album Amor Supremo through Cosmica.[21] The album was recorded through eight months at Playas de Tijuana with production from Alejandro Jiménez and Demián Jiménez.[22] With the album, she earned her second Grammy Award nomination for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album while at the 17th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, she was nominated for Best Alternative Music Album and won Best Alternative Song for "Vez Primera".[23][24] To promote the album, Morrison performed at various festivals and venues like the Coachella Festival in the United States and the Teatro Esperanza Iris in Ciudad de México.[25][26] On 8 December 2016, she released the EP La Niña del Tambor, the project consisted in six Christmas carols both in English and spanish including "Noche de Paz", "White Christmas" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas".[27]

On 9 June 2017, she released Amor Supremo Desnudo, the album was produced alongside Alejandro Jiménez and consists of thirteen acoustic versions of songs from her previous albums plus two new songs, "Te Regalo" and "Dime Mentiras".[28] The idea for an acoustic version of her albums came during a tour in Spain, where according to Morrison, "many people that I met gave me the idea of doing an acoustic version, so I didn't stop until making it, I realized that it sounded really good".[29] The album was nominated for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album at the 19th Annual Latin Grammy Awards.[30] In 2018, she collaborated in the single "Ser Paloma" by Mexican singer Lila Downs, the music video for the song featured women of different ages, backgrounds and professions to represent the diversity of women in society.[31] The same year, she appeared in the track "Vibras" from J Balvin's album Vibras.[32]

On 21 September 2020, she released the single "Ansiedad" from her upcoming album El Renacimiento, the music video for the song was directed by Colin Solal Cardo and recorded in Lithuania.[33]

Discography

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Studio albums

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Extended plays

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  • Aprendiendo a Aprender (2009)
  • Mientras Tú Dormías... (2010)
  • Jugando en Serio (2013)
  • La Niña del Tambor (2016)

Singles

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  • "Esta Soledad" (2009)
  • "Lágrimas" (2009)
  • "Compartir" (2010)
  • "Yo sigo Aquí" (2010)
  • "Una Salida" (2011)
  • "Tu Luz" (2011)
  • "Déjenme Llorar" (2012)
  • "Hasta la Piel" (2012)
  • "Eres Tú" (2012)
  • "Disfruto" (2013)
  • "Un Beso" (2015)
  • "Azúcar Morena" (2015)
  • "Vez Primera" (2015)
  • "No Vuelvo Jamás" (2016)
  • "Tu Atacas" (2016)
  • "Ansiedad" (2020)
  • "No Me Llames" (2020)

Awards and nominations

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Grammy Awards

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Year Category Nominated work Result Ref.
2013 Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album Déjenme Llorar Nominated [13]
2017 Amor Supremo Nominated [23]

Latin Grammy Awards

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Year Category Nominated work Result Ref.
2011 Best Alternative Music Album Mientras Tu Dormías Nominated [34]
2012 Album of the Year Déjenme Llorar Nominated [12]
Best Alternative Music Album Won
Song of the Year "Déjenme Llorar" Nominated
Best Alternative Song Won
2016 Best Alternative Music Album Amor Supremo Nominated [24]
Best Alternative Song "Vez Primera" Won
2018 Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album Amor Supremo Desnudo Nominated [30]
2022 Song of the Year "Encontrarme" Nominated [35]
Best Pop Vocal Album El Renacimiento Nominated

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Carla Morrison (born Carla Patricia Morrison Flores on July 19, 1986, in Tecate, , ) is a Mexican singer-songwriter and known for her emotive, introspective music that blends alternative pop with folk and electronic elements, often sung in Spanish. She rose to prominence in the early 2010s with her vulnerable lyrics addressing themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth, earning her a global following and critical acclaim as one of the leading voices in music. Morrison has won three , including Best Alternative Music Album and Best Alternative Song for her 2012 breakthrough album Déjenme Llorar in 2012, and Best Alternative Song for "Vez Primera" in 2016, along with ten nominations overall. Morrison's career began with self-released work, including her debut EP Aprendiendo a Aprender in 2009 and follow-up EP Mientras Tú Dormías... in 2010, which showcased her skills on guitar, , bass, and while she was still developing her sound independently after moving to the as a teenager. Her major-label debut Déjenme Llorar (2012) became a cornerstone of her discography, topping charts in and earning platinum certification, propelled by hits like "Déjenme Llorar" and "" that highlighted her raw vocal delivery and minimalist production. Follow-up albums such as Amor Supremo (2015) explored more experimental territory, while also receiving two Grammy nominations for Best , Urban or Alternative Album. In 2017, Morrison stepped away from music to prioritize her mental health, relocating to Paris in 2018 where she studied French and jazz singing, an experience that deeply influenced her personal and artistic evolution. She returned in 2020 with contributions to projects like Ricky Martin's Pausa EP, and released her fourth studio album El Renacimiento in 2022, which garnered Latin Grammy nominations for Best Pop Vocal Album and Song of the Year for "Encontrarme," followed by the single "Cuando Te Veo" in 2025. Throughout her career, Morrison has performed at major venues like Coachella and the Auditorio Nacional, toured extensively across Latin America, Europe, and the U.S., and built a reputation for authenticity, with over a million monthly listeners on streaming platforms and a discography that continues to resonate with fans seeking emotional depth in contemporary Latin music.

Biography

Early life

Carla Morrison was born on July 19, 1986, in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico, to parents Porfiria Flores and Hilario Morrison (née Viera). Her father, originally from Durango, Mexico, ran away as a young man to San Diego, where he was adopted by American William Morrison, acquiring the surname that reflects partial English heritage through his adoptive family. Morrison grew up in a modest in the border town of Tecate with her two brothers, an older brother and a younger brother. Her mother worked diligently to support the family, while both parents fostered an environment rich in music, exposing her to a wide array of sounds as avid music enthusiasts. In her childhood, Morrison developed an early interest in creative expression through writing poetry, alongside immersion in diverse musical influences from the region's proximity to the U.S. border. She frequently listened to traditional Mexican rancheras and American pop on the radio, including country artist , which ignited her passion for music within the family's supportive, melody-filled home. At age 17, Morrison relocated to the to further her education.

Education and early influences

At the age of 17 in 2003, Carla Morrison relocated from Tecate, , to , to pursue formal music studies at . She enrolled with aspirations of honing her craft in a structured environment but dropped out after one year, finding the curriculum misaligned with her intuitive approach to music. During this period, she also attended high school at in nearby Tempe, where she began immersing herself in the local music scene. While in , Morrison gained her first significant band experience as the and for Babaluca, a bilingual indie group that developed a dedicated following in the Tempe area over three years. The band collaborated with producer Mark Erickson but never completed a full release, and it dissolved around , leading Morrison to shift focus toward solo pursuits. Morrison's early songwriting was largely self-taught, centered on and drawing from the hybrid cultural influences of her border-town upbringing, which fused Mexican folk traditions with American indie and rock elements. In 2008, she began independently sharing her initial demos online via , a platform that allowed her to connect with peers and artists like while experimenting with loop pedals and raw emotional lyrics.

Musical career

Early career and EPs (2008–2011)

Morrison began sharing her early demos on in the late 2000s, marking her initial foray into 's indie music scene. In 2009, she released her debut EP Aprendiendo a Aprender, which she self-produced and self-released after moving to . The five-track project featured raw acoustic ballads such as "Lágrimas," "Nunca Me Dejes," and "Esta Soledad," emphasizing intimate, emotional songwriting with minimal instrumentation. Distributed primarily through digital platforms like early streaming services and online sales, the EP allowed Morrison to reach a niche audience without traditional label support, establishing her as an emerging indie artist in . Building on this momentum, Morrison issued her follow-up EP Mientras Tú Dormías... in , an eight-song collection that further showcased her vulnerable, alternative pop style. The release gained significant traction through grassroots live performances in venues, where she connected directly with growing crowds of 100 to 200 fans per show. This period also brought her first major industry recognition, with a nomination for Best New Artist at the 12th Annual in 2011 for the EP. Throughout 2008 to 2011, Morrison navigated the challenges of independent promotion in a nascent digital era, organizing DIY tours across small venues in and beyond while cultivating a dedicated fanbase via platforms like and early . These efforts, often self-funded and reliant on word-of-mouth, transformed her from an unknown songwriter into a rising indie figure, leading to increasingly packed performances and sold-out smaller shows by late 2011.

Breakthrough with Déjenme Llorar (2012–2014)

In 2012, Carla Morrison released her debut studio , Déjenme Llorar, through Cosmica Records, marking a significant step in her career following her earlier independent EPs. The , which explores themes of heartbreak and through intimate indie-pop arrangements, quickly gained traction, with the title track featuring Leonel García serving as a that highlighted her emotive songwriting. This release propelled her from niche indie circles to broader recognition, as the record topped charts in and achieved platinum certification for sales exceeding 90,000 units. Critics praised Déjenme Llorar for its raw emotional depth and Morrison's haunting vocals, which blended folk influences with alternative sensibilities to create a deeply personal listening experience. The album's success translated into her first major tours across , including sold-out shows in and appearances in countries like and , solidifying her live presence as a captivating performer. Notable performances included her set at the Vive Latino festival in in March 2012, where she delivered standout renditions of tracks like "Déjenme Llorar," drawing large crowds and enhancing her reputation as an emerging indie voice. The album's impact was further affirmed at the 13th Annual in November 2012, where Morrison won Best Alternative Music Album for Déjenme Llorar and Best Alternative Song for the title track, her first major accolades in the industry. It also earned a nomination for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album at the in 2013, expanding her visibility internationally. Media outlets such as highlighted the record's poetic and captivating qualities in interviews, positioning Morrison as a shy yet innovative breaking through in the scene.

Amor Supremo and mid-career developments (2015–2019)

In 2015, Carla Morrison released her second studio album, Amor Supremo, on November 6 through Cosmica Records, marking a stylistic evolution from her debut with more electronic elements blended into her signature indie pop sound. The album featured the single "Vez Primera," which became a standout track and earned Morrison the Latin Grammy Award for Best Alternative Song in 2016. Amor Supremo itself received a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album at the 17th Latin Grammy Awards and a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017, solidifying her mid-career momentum. Building on the album's success, Morrison released Amor Supremo Desnudo on June 9, 2017, an acoustic re-recording that stripped down the original tracks to intimate, guitar-and-vocal arrangements, emphasizing raw emotional delivery. This project earned a nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album at the 19th in 2018, highlighting her versatility in reinterpreting her work for live and stripped-back settings. The album's focus on acoustic intimacy resonated with fans, leading to performances that showcased her vocal depth in smaller venues during her ongoing tours. During this period, Morrison expanded her international presence through extensive touring, including a dedicated U.S. leg of the Amor Supremo Tour in 2016 with dates in cities like and New York, following high-profile festival appearances. She made her Coachella debut in April 2016 at the in , performing to a global audience and drawing acclaim for her emotive stage presence. These developments, coupled with her award recognitions, elevated her profile beyond , establishing her as a key figure in music on the world stage.

El Renacimiento and recent projects (2020–present)

Following a period of creative hiatus prompted by personal mental health challenges, Carla Morrison released the single "Ansiedad" on September 22, 2020, which candidly addressed her lifelong struggles with anxiety and served as an early indicator of the introspective themes in her forthcoming album. Morrison's fourth studio , El Renacimiento (The Rebirth), was released on April 29, , through Cosmica Artists, marking her return after nearly five years and focusing on themes of personal renewal and emotional recovery. The album features tracks such as "Diamantes," which explores transformation and healing through shimmering production and vulnerable lyrics. In support of the album, Morrison embarked on a limited El Renacimiento tour, performing select dates across , including shows in at Auditorio Nacional in November 2023 and earlier stops in in March 2022. She also performed at the Latin GRAMMY Premiere ceremony on November 17, 2022, alongside artists like Bruses and Carin León. Morrison continued her momentum with the 2024 collaboration "Que Vuelva" alongside Kany García, released on January 25, which blended their emotive styles in a ballad about lost love and earned a nomination for Collaboration of the Year at the 2025 Premio Lo Nuestro awards, where it ultimately won. In August 2025, Morrison featured on the single "Arena" with Colombian artist Beéle, a romantic track released on August 7 that highlights their vocal chemistry over tropical rhythms. Later in 2025, she released additional singles including "Cuando Te Veo," "Jardín," and a "Abrazarte (Disfruto)" with GATTÜSO on July 18, further showcasing her ongoing engagement in contemporary Latin pop.

Artistry

Musical style and themes

Carla Morrison's music fuses , folk, and elements, centered around and the innovative use of looping pedals that allow her to build intricate, self-accompanied arrangements during live performances. This approach contributes to her signature ethereal and intimate sound, characterized by a pure voice that conveys raw emotional depth. Her production often incorporates multi-layered vocals, creating a dreamlike, atmospheric quality that envelops listeners in a sense of vulnerability and introspection. Lyrically, Morrison's work delves into themes of heartbreak and , frequently drawing from her personal relationships to explore the pain of emotional turmoil. Songs across her catalog employ metaphors of crying and renewal to symbolize and emotional release, as exemplified in the titular track from her debut album Déjenme Llorar, where pleas for in underscore a desire for . These motifs extend to broader explorations of self-discovery and , reflecting her own struggles with and the journey toward . Morrison's sonic palette has evolved from the raw, skeletal production of her early EPs, such as the self-produced Aprendiendo a Aprender, which emphasized minimalistic and intimacy, to more polished electro-pop textures in later releases like El Renacimiento. This progression incorporates contemporary production techniques while retaining her core emotional authenticity, with lyrics primarily in Spanish but featuring bilingual nuances that amplify the romantic and introspective resonance of her themes.

Influences and collaborations

Carla Morrison's artistic development draws heavily from her upbringing in Tecate, a U.S.-Mexico border town in , where she absorbed a mix of traditional Mexican rancheras and American pop and rock sounds. This binational environment fostered a distinctive fusion in her music, merging U.S. sensibilities with Latin American folk elements to evoke a transnational perspective. Internationally, Morrison has expressed admiration for Adele's soulful vocal expression and emotional depth, which have informed her own heartfelt balladry and song structures. Her enigmatically heartbroken pop style also channels the passionate yearnings of Mexican icon , emphasizing themes of desire and despair. Within Mexico's indie scene, stands out as a pivotal influence, with Morrison citing her as an early mentor who invited her to open concerts and collaborate on recordings, shaping her approach to indie folk-infused songwriting. Morrison's collaborations have broadened her creative network, including production partnerships with Juan Manuel Torreblanca and Andrés Landon on her 2012 album Déjenme Llorar, which amplified her intimate acoustic sound. She has featured on tracks like J Balvin's "Vibras" and ' "Ser Paloma," blending her with and folk traditions, respectively. In 2024, she duetted with on "Que Vuelva," a poignant exploration of longing that highlighted their shared emotional intensity. Additional partnerships include appearances on Ricky Martin's Pausa EP and live sessions with Calexico and , expanding her stylistic range. In 2025, Morrison collaborated with Beéle on the single "Arena," merging her emotive vocals with urban Latin influences. Live performances at festivals such as Coachella and the Latin Music Fest have influenced Morrison's performative style, emphasizing vulnerability and audience connection through intimate, unplugged sets that echo her border-rooted hybridity.

Discography

Studio albums

Carla Morrison's debut studio album, Déjenme Llorar, was released in 2012 by OCESA Seitrack/Universal and features 10 tracks. The album marked her breakthrough in the indie scene, peaking at number 1 on the Mexican indie charts. It achieved platinum certification in Mexico. Her second studio album, Amor Supremo, arrived in 2015 via Universal Music Latino with 11 tracks. It reached number 5 on the Latin Pop Albums , showcasing a more polished production while maintaining her emotional songwriting style. In 2017, Morrison released Amor Supremo Desnudo, an acoustic re-recording of her previous with two new tracks, via Cosmica Artists, featuring 15 tracks that emphasize stripped-back arrangements and intimate performances. Morrison's fourth studio album, El Renacimiento, was released in 2022 by Cosmica Artists and contains 11 tracks. The record represents a shift toward electro-pop elements, reflecting her personal evolution during a period of .

Extended plays

Carla Morrison's extended plays represent key milestones in her early career, showcasing her evolution from intimate, self-produced acoustic works to more polished productions that helped establish her presence in the scene.
TitleRelease YearLabelNumber of TracksNotable Production
Aprendiendo a Aprender2009Self-released (Carla Morrison Música/Cósmica Records)6Self-produced by Carla Morrison
Mientras Tú Dormías...2010Self-released (Intolerancia/Los Manejadores)6Produced by
Jugando en Serio2013Cósmica Records5Co-produced by Carla Morrison and Alejandro Jiménez
La Niña del Tambor2016Universal Music5Produced by Carla Morrison, Alejandro Jiménez, and Demián Jiménez
Los Cuatro Actos Acústicos2022Cosmica Artists4Self-produced acoustic versions of recent material
Morrison's debut EP, Aprendiendo a Aprender, released independently in 2009, introduced her signature acoustic folk style through six introspective tracks, including "Lágrimas" and "Nunca Me Dejes," emphasizing raw emotional vulnerability and minimal instrumentation that highlighted her ethereal vocals. Self-produced entirely by Morrison, the EP served as a foundational project, allowing her to experiment with songwriting centered on personal heartbreak and , laying the groundwork for her indie aesthetic without major label support. Building on this foundation, Mientras Tú Dormías... (2010) expanded her sound with six tracks co-written and performed in collaboration, such as "Compartir" and "Yo Sigo Aquí," blending acoustic elements with subtle pop influences to explore themes of love and longing. Produced by fellow Mexican artist , the EP garnered critical attention and earned Morrison her first Latin Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album in 2011, significantly boosting her visibility and cultivating a dedicated independent fanbase across and . Following the success of her debut studio album, Jugando en Serio (2013) offered a reflective acoustic reinterpretation of earlier material, featuring five tracks like acoustic versions of "Lágrimas" and the new "Pan Dulce," which incorporated experimental arrangements with layered harmonies and stripped-back instrumentation to revisit her formative songs. Released via Cósmica Records, this post-debut EP demonstrated Morrison's growth in production techniques while maintaining her core emotional intimacy, bridging her early indie phase to broader commercial explorations. In 2016, during the promotional cycle for her album Amor Supremo, Morrison released the holiday-themed EP La Niña del Tambor, comprising five bilingual tracks including Spanish renditions of like "Noche de Paz" and originals such as "Jesús," infused with festive orchestration and her characteristic tenderness to evoke seasonal reflection. Distributed by Universal Music, the EP marked a thematic departure, tying into her mid-career emphasis on vulnerability and joy, and provided fans with seasonal content that aligned with her ongoing artistic narrative of emotional healing. In 2022, Los Cuatro Actos Acústicos featured four acoustic versions of songs like "Ansiedad" and "No Me Llames," offering intimate reinterpretations tied to her album El Renacimiento, self-produced to highlight her vocal purity and guitar work during her return to music. Released via Cosmica Artists, the EP reinforced her acoustic roots amid more electronic explorations.

Singles

Carla Morrison's singles discography highlights several pivotal releases that marked her evolution from indie folk beginnings to broader Latin pop acclaim. Her debut single, "Esta Soledad," released in 2009 as part of her EP Aprendiendo a Aprender, captured early attention through online platforms like MySpace, where it gained viral traction among indie music listeners. The title track "Déjenme Llorar," from her self-titled debut album in 2012, became a breakthrough hit, topping the Mexican airplay charts and solidifying her presence in the scene. In 2015, "Vez Primera" from Amor Supremo earned her a Latin Grammy Award for Best Alternative Song and peaked at No. 20 on the Latin Songs chart, showcasing her emotive songwriting on themes of love and vulnerability. "Ansiedad," an independent single released in as a preview to her album El Renacimiento, addressed struggles amid the and amassed over 10 million streams on . Her 2024 collaboration "Que Vuelva" with won at the 2025 Premio in the Collaboration of the Year category, blending their voices in a poignant about longing. In 2025, Morrison featured on "" with Beéle, a exploring emotional intensity that continued her collaborative streak and gained attention in circles.

Awards and nominations

Latin Grammy Awards

Carla Morrison has earned three Latin Grammy wins and ten nominations throughout her career, highlighting her impact in the alternative and pop genres. Her accolades began at the 12th Annual in 2011, where she received her first nomination.
YearCategoryWorkResult
2011Best Alternative Music AlbumMientras Tú Dormías...Nominated
2012Album of the YearDéjenme LlorarNominated
2012Best Alternative Music AlbumDéjenme LlorarWon
2012Best Alternative Song"Déjenme Llorar"Won
2016Best Alternative Music AlbumAmor SupremoNominated
2016Best Alternative Song"Vez Primera"Won
2018Best Traditional Pop Vocal AlbumAmor Supremo DesnudoNominated
2022Best Pop Vocal AlbumEl RenacimientoNominated
2022Song of the Year"Encontrarme"Nominated
In 2024, Morrison performed at the Latin Grammy Premiere ceremony, marking her continued presence at the awards despite no new nominations that year.

Grammy Awards

Carla Morrison received her first at the in 2013 for Best , Urban or Alternative Album for her debut studio album Déjenme Llorar. The album, released in 2012, did not win the award, which went to Quetzal's Imaginaries, but the highlighted Morrison's emerging presence in the alternative scene beyond . In 2017, at the , Morrison earned her second nomination in the same category for her sophomore album Amor Supremo. This electronic-infused follow-up to Déjenme Llorar also failed to secure a win, with the honor going to Illya Kuryaki and the Valderramas' L.H.O.N. (La Humanidad o Nosotros). Morrison has not received any additional Grammy nominations since, through the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in 2025. Despite no victories, these back-to-back nominations in the crossover Latin category significantly boosted Morrison's visibility , establishing her as a key figure in indie and alternative with international appeal. This recognition paralleled her successes at the , further solidifying her acclaim in the broader industry.

Other awards

In 2025, Carla Morrison won the Premio Lo Nuestro award for Best /Urban Collaboration for her duet "Que Vuelva" with , recognizing the track's emotional depth and fusion of with urban influences. This accolade, presented by , highlighted Morrison's versatility in crossing genre boundaries within .

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