The category was introduced in 2016 under the name Best Record Cover.

[1] In 2021, the category's name was changed to Cover of the Year, aiming to recognize and honor the best album covers released throughout the year.

[2] In its debut, the category was judged by the Superjury, a select group of experts from the music industry.

[3][4] However, starting in 2022, the responsibility for selecting the winner was passed to members of the Multishow Award Academy, made up of professionals from the music world.

[5] This group is responsible for evaluating and voting on the album covers, considering aspects such as originality, creativity, and visual impact.