CMT AWARDS 2022 WINNERS revealed: Carrie Underwood earns top honor Video Of The Year for TENTH time to extend most awarded artist total to 25… and Miranda Lambert wins Female Video Of The Year
- 39-year-old Carrie Underwood broke her own record by taking home her 24th and 25th CMT Music Award on Sunday night
- The singer won the first and last awards handed out of the night – Collaborative Video of the Year for her song If I Didn’t Love You with Jason Aldean
- The song also won Video of the Year, marking Underwood’s 10th time winning the biggest award of the night… and Aldean’s first in a successful 17-year career
- Country legend Miranda Lambert also won Female Video of the Year for her song If I Was a Cowboy
- Anthony Mackie hosted with last-second replacement Kane Brown, filling in for Kelsea Ballerini who tested positive for COVID-19 just hours before the show
- She still managed to have some memorable moments with live video segments from her home, along with a live performance from her back yard
Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood walk away with the first award of the night – and her record-breaking 24th of all time – for Collaborative Video of the Year as the 2022 CMT Music Awards kicks off in Nashville.
They also closed out the night with the last award – Video of the Year, her 10th time winning the honor and 25th CMT Award in total, and Aldean’s first in a 17-year career.
Miranda Lambert also took home a top prize, winning Female Video of the Year for her hit song If I Was a Cowboy.
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First winners: Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood walk away with the first award of the night – and her record-breaking 24th of all time – for Collaborative Video of the Year as the 2022 CMT Music Awards kicks off in Nashville
Last award: They also closed out the night with the last award – Video of the Year, her 10th time winning the honor and 25th CMT Award in total, and Aldean’s first in a 17-year career
Miranda wins: Miranda Lambert also took home a top prize, winning Female Video of the Year for her hit song If I Was a Cowboy
Aldean and Underwood took to the stage, with Aldean stating, ‘Hey. Thank you. Thank you, thank you guys so much. This song is just kind of been so unbelievable this year. Like how you guys, the fans responded to it, how everybody has. First of all thank you to Carrie for agreeing to do this song.’
He added, ‘But this is about the video. And to me the video is Sean Silva, everybody attack el box for shooting an amazing video. Michael Knox for producing this song for us and just kind of making this more than I ever thought it would be or could be,’ while thanking Michael Knox for producing.
Underwood stepped to the mic while clutching her record 24th CMT Award, adding, ‘Thank you fans so much. For all the support you have given to this song and this video. Everybody, he just thanked, thank you, thank you Jason. Thank you C.M.T.! Whooo!’
Stage: Aldean and Underwood took to the stage, with Aldean stating, ‘Hey. Thank you. Thank you, thank you guys so much. This song is just kind of been so unbelievable this year. Like how you guys, the fans responded to it, how everybody has. First of all thank you to Carrie for agreeing to do this song’
Amazing: A heartfelt Aldean added, ‘I just have to say 17 years in the game, this is the first time I have ever won video of the year so this is pretty amazing to me’
Aldean and Underwood also won the last – and biggest – award of the night, Music Video of the Year for If I Didn’t Love You.
They beat out Brandi Carlile (Right On Time), Cody Johnson (‘Til You Can’t), Cole Swindell & Lainey Wilson (Never Say Never), Kacey Musgraves (justified), Kane Brown (One Mississippi), Kelsea Ballerini feat. Kenny Chesney (half of my hometown), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Maren Morris (Circles Around This Town), Mickey Guyton (Remember Her Name), Miranda Lambert (If I Was A Cowboy) and Taylor Swift feat. Chris Stapleton (I Bet You Think About Me) (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault)
Underwood began, ‘Thank you so much. Thank you fans. I mean this longs to belongs to you. We already thanked everybody that works on the video and thanked each other, this one Saul about the fans, so thank you fans, thank you CMT’s.’
Biggest: Aldean and Underwood also won the last – and biggest – award of the night, Music Video of the Year for If I Didn’t Love You
A heartfelt Aldean added, ‘I just have to say 17 years in the game, this is the first time I have ever won video of the year so this is pretty amazing to me!’
‘And this the fact that I think Carrie and I hit the scene about the same time and the fact that you still care enough about us, this many years in our career, to vote for us, and care enough about what we are doing to still love the music and listen to it, a vote for us means the world to me,’ he added.
‘And so thank you so much, Carrie as well. And thank you so much for loving the song like you have. Country radio for playing the song, the fans. Thank you guys for voting. It’s been a great night. Great song and I’m pretty sure I picked the perfect partner for this song. So thank you so much. This is great,’ he concluded.
What a moment: Carrie looked gorgeous in a purple leopard number
Bond: They closed out the show in the best possible way
2022 CMT Music Awards Winners
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Brandi Carlile – Right On Time
Cody Johnson – ‘Til You Can’t
Cole Swindell & Lainey Wilson – Never Say Never
Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood – If I Didn’t Love You – WINNER
Kacey Musgraves – justified
Kane Brown – One Mississippi
Kelsea Ballerini feat. Kenny Chesney – half of my hometown
Luke Combs – Forever After All
Maren Morris – Circles Around This Town
Mickey Guyton – Remember Her Name
Miranda Lambert – If I Was A Cowboy
Taylor Swift feat. Chris Stapleton – I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault)
FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Brandi Carlile – Right On Time
Gabby Barrett – Footprints On The Moon
Kacey Musgraves – justified
Maren Morris – Circles Around This Town
Mickey Guyton – Remember Her Name
Miranda Lambert – If I Was A Cowboy – WINNER
Tenille Arts – Back Then, Right Now
MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Cody Johnson – ‘Til You Can’t – WINNER
Eric Church – Heart On Fire
Kane Brown – One Mississippi
Luke Bryan – Waves
Luke Combs – Forever After All
Thomas Rhett – Country Again
Walker Hayes – Fancy Like
GROUP/DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Brothers Osborne – I’m Not For Everyone
Dan + Shay – Steal My Love
Maddie & Tae – Woman You Got – WINNER
Old Dominion – I Was On a Boat That Day
Parmalee – Take My Name
Zac Brown Band – Same Boat
BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO OF THE YEAR, Presented by SONIC®
BRELAND – Cross Country
Caitlyn Smith feat. Old Dominion – I Can’t
Elvie Shane – My Boy
Parker McCollum – To Be Loved By You – WINNER
Priscilla Block – Just About Over You
Tenille Arts – Back Then, Right Now
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Carly Pearce & Ashley McBryde – Never Wanted To Be That Girl
Dustin Lynch feat. MacKenzie Porter – Thinking ‘Bout You
Nelly & Florida Georgia Line – Lil Bit
Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood – If I Didn’t Love You – WINNER
Jimmie Allen & Brad Paisley – Freedom Was A Highway
Jordan Davis feat. Luke Bryan – Buy Dirt
Kelsea Ballerini feat. Kenny Chesney – half of my hometown
CMT PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
Brothers Osborne – Muskrat Greene/Dead Man’s Curve Medley (from CMT Campfire Sessions)
George Strait – Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone (from CMT GIANTS: Charley Pride) – WINNER
H.E.R. feat. Chris Stapleton – Hold On (from 2021 CMT Music Awards)
Kane Brown – Three Wooden Crosses (from 2021 CMT Artists of the Year)
Kelsea Ballerini feat. Paul Klein of LANY – I Quit Drinking (from 2021 CMT Music Awards)
Mickey Guyton feat. Gladys Knight & BRELAND – Friendship Train (from 2021 CMT Music Awards)
Nelly feat. Kane Brown, Blanco Brown & BRELAND – Ride Wit Me (from CMT Crossroads: Nelly & Friends)
CMT DIGITAL-FIRST PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
Brittney Spencer Sober & Skinny (from CMT Campfire Sessions)
Carly Pearce – Dear Miss Loretta (from CMT :60 Songs)
Cody Johnson – Dear Rodeo (from CMT Campfire Sessions) – WINNER
Jon Pardi On The Other Hand / Forever and Ever, Amen (in honor of 2021 CMT Artist of a Lifetime Randy Travis)
Josh Turner LIVE (from CMT KickBack)
Lainey Wilson – Things A Man Oughta Know (from the CMT Studio)
TRENDING COMEBACK SONG OF THE YEAR
Alan Jackson – “Freight Train”
Brooks & Dunn – “Neon Moon”
Dolly Parton – “9 to 5”
Reba McEntire – “I’m A Survivor”
Sara Evans – “Suds In The Bucket”
Shania Twain – “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!”
Taylor Swift – “Love Story” – WINNER
The second award went to Parker McCollum for Breakthrough Video of the Year for his song To Be Loved By You, presented by last year’s winner, Dylan Scott.
Scott took a page from the Masters playbook, starting a new tradition by presenting a green beer coozie to this year’s winner McCollum, like how the previous year’s winner at the Masters presents the new winner with the iconic green jacket.
He beat out BRELAND (Cross Country), Caitlyn Smith feat. Old Dominion (I Can’t), Elvie Shane (My Boy), Priscilla Block (Just About Over You) and Tenille Arts (Back Then, Right Now).
Parker wins: The second award went to Parker McCollum for Breakthrough Video of the Year for his song To Be Loved By You, presented by last year’s winner, Dylan Scott
Family: The 29-year-old Texas native started his speech by stating he knew his family was watching at home, adding, ‘ We’ve been watching these award shows my whole life and I’m on it right now. And they’re at home watching
Never won: ‘I never won nothing and had to say anything so I sure think a lot of the songs I write, try to write real country songs from the heart that mean something and appreciate it being recognized. Appreciate y’all,’ he concluded
The 29-year-old Texas native started his speech by stating he knew his family was watching at home, adding, ‘We’ve been watching these award shows my whole life and I’m on it right now. And they’re at home watching.
‘My mom is here tonight, my mother and father in law are here tonight so super cool. Man, I don’t know,’ he said, seemingly at a loss for words.
‘I never won nothing and had to say anything so I sure think a lot of the songs I write, try to write real country songs from the heart that mean something and appreciate it being recognized. Appreciate y’all,’ he concluded.
Country music legend George Strait made history with his very first CMT Award, winning CMT Performance of the Year.
First win: Country music legend George Strait made history with his very first CMT Award, winning CMT Performance of the Year
He beat out Brothers Osborne – Muskrat Greene/Dead Man’s Curve Medley (from CMT Campfire Sessions), H.E.R. feat. Chris Stapleton – Hold On (from 2021 CMT Music Awards), Kane Brown – Three Wooden Crosses (from 2021 CMT Artists of the Year), Kelsea Ballerini feat. Paul Klein of LANY – I Quit Drinking (from 2021 CMT Music Awards), Mickey Guyton feat. Gladys Knight & BRELAND – Friendship Train (from 2021 CMT Music Awards) and Nelly feat. Kane Brown, Blanco Brown & BRELAND – Ride Wit Me (from CMT Crossroads: Nelly & Friends).
While Strait couldn’t accept the award in person, he sent a video message that was shown to everyone in attendance.
‘Wow, I can’t believe I won. I’m sorry I’m not there tonight but I want to say thank you to all the fans who voted for me. I really appreciate that,’ he began.
‘And thank you to C.M.T. This was really special for me because it was a tribute song to the late Charley Pride, my friend. And I want to say hi to Charley’s family out there. Thank you very much,’ Strait concluded.
Martina McBride presented the Female Video of the Year Award to Miranda Lambert, who won for If I Was a Cowboy.
She beat out Brandi Carlile (Right On Time), Gabby Barrett (Footprints On The Moon), Kacey Musgraves – justified, Maren Morris (Circles Around This Town), Mickey Guyton – Remember Her Name and Tenille Arts (Back Then, Right Now).
Lambert thanked McBride for handing her a buckle, adding, ‘I’m so happy to be just a part of the women in country music today. We’re really starting to kick some ass and I’m so excited about it.’
She also thanked music video director Trey Fanjoy, a female director who she said, ‘directed pretty much every music video of my career for the last 20 years so Trey, I love you, this one is for you. We are cowboys and we’re going to continue to be.’
Martina: Martina McBride presented the Female Video of the Year Award to Miranda Lambert, who won for If I Was a Cowboy
Martina and Miranda: Lambert thanked McBride for handing her a buckle, adding, ‘ I’m so happy to be just a part of the women in country music today. We’re really starting to kick some ass and I’m so excited about it’
Kiss: Miranda Lambert kisses husband Brendan McLoughlin after winning Female Video of the Year at the CMT Music Awards
Maddie & Tae’s Maddie Font delivered the most emotional speech of the night when she won Group/Duo Video of the Year, beating out Brothers Osborne (I’m Not For Everyone), Dan + Shay (Steal My Love), Old Dominion (I Was On a Boat That Day), Parmalee (Take My Name) and Zac Brown Band (Same Boat).
An emotional Maddie took to the stage and began with, ‘Damn, let me tell y’all something about the devil. He tried to get you when you doing right. But god loves you. God loves you! Okay. Okay, let’s go, baby. Okay.’
Her collaborator Tae Kerr was seen on a video screen with her baby, as Maddie spoke to her, stating, ‘Oh, I missed you. I missed you so much. That’s my girl. And I’ve been drinking, I’m so nervous.’
Emotional: Maddie & Tae’s Maddie Font delivered the most emotional speech of the night when she won Group/Duo Video of the Year, beating out Brothers Osborne (I’m Not For Everyone), Dan + Shay (Steal My Love) , Old Dominion (I Was On a Boat That Day), Parmalee (Take My Name) and Zac Brown Band (Same Boat)
Tae: Her collaborator Tae Kerr was seen on a video screen with her baby, as Maddie spoke to her, stating, ‘Oh, I missed you. I missed you so much. That’s my girl. And I’ve been drinking, I’m so nervous’
She thanked her creative team and her husband, who is her ‘muse,’ adding, ‘I miss you so bad.’
‘I want to thank our fans. But most importantly the resilience that god has built in us and other team, the clarity he has given us, the strength he gives us, the vision god gives us and the peace he brings. This is much bigger than a music video award,’ she said.
She concluded, ‘Thank you Jesus and– I’m so grateful. Thank you, thank you so, so much.’
Miss: She thanked her creative team and her husband, who is her ‘muse,’ adding, ‘I miss you so bad’
Fans: ‘I want to thank our fans. But most importantly the resilience that god has built in us and other team, the clarity he has given us, the strength he gives us, the vision god gives us and the peace he brings. This is much bigger than a music video award,’ she said
The Male Video of the Year when to Cody Johnson’s Till You Can’t, which beat out Eric Church (Heart On Fire), Kane Brown (One Mississippi), Luke Bryan (Waves), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Thomas Rhett (Country Again) and Walker Hayes (Fancy Like).
A surprised Johnson took to the stage and began, ‘Well, how about that,’ before thanking music video director Dustin Haney and songwriters Matt Rogers and Ben Stennis.
‘Dustin made an awesome video, Matt Rogers and Ben Stennis wrote a great song. I’m very proud to be the person that got to get the song,’ he said, before asking the crow, ‘You guys still believe in country music?’
Male video: The Male Video of the Year when to Cody Johnson’s Till You Can’t, which beat out Eric Church (Heart On Fire), Kane Brown (One Mississippi), Luke Bryan (Waves), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Thomas Rhett (Country Again) and Walker Hayes (Fancy Like)
Second: ‘I’m very proud to be able to stand up here with this award. This is the second CMT award we got tonight and the best part of it is that it is fan voted. So thanks to every single person that got out there and voted. Long live country music. Are you with me?
‘I’m very proud to be able to stand up here with this award. This is the second CMT award we got tonight and the best part of it is that it is fan voted. So thanks to every single person that got out there and voted. Long live country music. Are you with me?
Johnson also won the CMT Digital-First Performance of the Year (handed out before the ceremony), for his performance of Dear Rodeo from CMT Campfire Sessions.
He beat out Brittney Spencer’s Sober & Skinny (from CMT Campfire Sessions), Carly Pearce’s Dear Miss Loretta (from CMT :60 Songs), Jon Pardi’s On The Other Hand / Forever and Ever, Amen (in honor of 2021 CMT Artist of a Lifetime Randy Travis), Josh Turner LIVE (from CMT KickBack) and Lainey Wilson’s Things A Man Oughta Know (from the CMT Studio).
Meanwhile Carrie Underwood pulled out all the stops when she soared above the audience at the ceremony as she led the performances of the night.
The 39-year-old country music icon had all eyes on her as she levitated above the stage with a troupe of dancers to pull off a delicate aerial dance to her single Ghost Story, from her upcoming album Denim & Rhinestones.
Flying high: Carrie Underwood pulled out all the stops on Monday when she soared above the audience at the 2022 CMT Music Awards ceremony in Nashville. The 39-year-old country music icon had all eyes on her as she levitated above the stage with a troupe of dancers to pull off a delicate aerial dance to her single Ghost Story
Center stage: As massive doors on stage opened to reveal the stage setup, the former American Idol star was seen standing atop a raised platform
Colorful: She was dressed in a sheer lavender bodysuit that left one toned leg exposed, while featuring a voluminous train trailing behind her
Up and away: Halfway through the songs, aerial dancers suspended from white ropes descended from the rafters, showing off their graceful moves while Carrie continued to sing. As Ghost Story reached its powerful climax, another white rope dropped down to the stage behind her, which Carrie tucked under her arms
Powerful pipes: She continued singing just as strongly, even as she twisted her legs in the ropes and was pulled high above the stage, though it wasn’t clear if she was singing live or was merely lip syncing to a pre-recorded track
Low key: Keith Urban kicked off the CMT Awards on a high note with his 2021 single Wild Hearts. The country rockers was dressed in a casual black T-shirt and dark ripped jeans
Guitar hero: He strutted down a platform into the middle of the audience halfway through the song to rip a guitar solo in front of adoring fans. He was rocking out on a classic gold top Gibson Les Paul guitar, with some chips in the varnish
Marquee: Behind him, the song’s title was spelled out in neon letters, along with illustrations of Johnny Cash, who was referenced in the lyrics
She led a bevy of catchy performances from other country stars, including Keith Urban, Carly Pearce, Maren Morris, Little Big Town and more.
Carrie lit up the CMT’s first hour with her purple-bathed performance, which was introduce by co-host Kelsea Ballerini from her home, as she had to present remotely after testing positive for Covid-19.
As massive doors on stage opened to reveal the stage setup, the former American Idol star was seen standing atop a raised platform.
Woman in white: Carly Pearce capped off the first half-hour of the CMT Awards with her song Diamondback, which is the lead track on her 2021 album 29: Written In Stone and was co-written by Kelsea Ballerini
No flash: The singer–songwriter skipped the theatrics and let the tune’s chugging rhythm get feet tapping and heads bobbing
Woman in white: Carly showcased her legs with her white mini dress, which was serpentine gold designs and featured long gold fringe on the sleeves. She wore her blond locks parted down the middle, with her thick curls cascading down her shoulders
It takes two: Maren Morris got some help on stage by her husband Ryan Hurd, as they performed a duet of her song I Can’t Love You Anymore, which was released on her album Humble Quest in March
Stunning: The songstress put on a busty display in a plunging sheer brown dress with a glittering butterfly over her midriff. She added a stylish 1970s feel with her long blond hair and her parted bangs
Complementary: Ryan looked rugged in a denim shirt and paint-splattered gray jeans as she strummed an acoustic guitar
Too cute: As the song concluded, the lovebirds held hands and gazed sweetly into each other’s eyes
She was dressed in a sheer lavender bodysuit that left one toned leg exposed, while featuring a voluminous train trailing behind her.
The suit also had only one sleeve, and it featured frilly embellishments on Carrie’s collar.
Halfway through the songs, aerial dancers suspended from white ropes descended from the rafters, showing off their graceful moves while Carrie continued to sing.
As Ghost Story reached its powerful climax, another white rope dropped down to the stage behind her, which Carrie tucked under her arms.
All together: Jimmie Allen also got some help with his song Pray. The country singer was joined by the R&B singer Monica, along with Little Big Town. He opened the performance on an upright piano while dressed in an over-the-top white lizard-print suit and matching cowboy hat
Change of pace: The song took off when Monica took over on vocals. She wore a white sweater top with an intriguing harness and billowing slacks, along with a white blazer with feathered sleeves that was draped over her shoulders
Angelic chorus: They were joined by Little Big Town, whose members served as a chorus while Jimmie and Monica sang lead. Kimberly Schlapman wore a frilly plunging white dress, while Karen Fairchild was covered in long white fringe. Jimi Westbrook had on a white suit, but Philip Sweet was more low key with a white denim jacket
Harmonies: Little Big Town also got a chance to shine when they went solo with their new single Hell Yeah. Philip Sweet (R), who wore a black jacket and strummed an acoustic guitar, handled lead vocal duties, while the other three singers provided backing
Leading ladies: Kimberly Schlapman showed off her voluminous blond curls while wearing a glittering silver sequined mini dress highlighting her legs. Karen Fairchild glowed nearly as much in a studded bodysuit, which she covered up with a black blazer
Doing it her way: Miranda Lambert, who won Female Video of the Year at the ceremony, gave a triumphant performance of her single If I Was A Cowboy
Woman in black: The songstress looked as if she was inspired by Elvis Presley black comeback special suit as she wore her own version, which was embroidered with Southwest imagery, including cacti and desert landscapes
Seeing green: She added some color to the playful ensemble with long green fringe on her sleeves, and she covered up her blond locks with a pale pink–and–white tie-dye cowboy hat
Jeweled: The country star added some extra color to her look with a turquoise necklace
Duet: Following Keith Urban’s high-energy opener, Lainey Wilson and Cole Swindell kept things moving along with an outdoor performance
Dramatic weather: The two performed Never Say Never together as rain drops began to pour down on them and the crowd
What a difference: Lainey was dressed in shiny gold paints with a silver-studded top with black fringe, while Cole went low key in a gray jacket with jeans, a white T-shirt and a blue baseball cap
Odd couple: Later in the ceremony, Mickey Guyton took to the stage with the group Black Pumas, who play a psychedelic version of soul
Going blue: She stunned in the royal number
Man in black: Singer and guitarist Eric Burton dressed for the occasion in a black shirt accented with yellow fringe, along with matching black jeans and a wide-brimmed hat covering his braids
Pyrotechnics: The singers climaxed just as fireworks went off behind them, and they gave a quick high-five before taking a bow
She continued singing just as strongly, even as she twisted her legs in the ropes and was pulled high above the stage, though it wasn’t clear if she was singing live or was merely lip syncing to a pre-recorded track.
Keith Urban kicked off the CMT Awards on a high note with his 2021 single Wild Hearts.
The country rockers was dressed in a casual black T-shirt and dark ripped jeans as he shredded on his weathered gold top Gibson Les Paul guitar.
He strutted down a platform into the middle of the audience halfway through the song to rip a guitar solo in front of adoring fans.
Making the best of it: She wasn’t able to host in person after testing positive for Covid-19, but that didn’t stop Kelsea Ballerini from performing at the CMT Awards. The singer–songwriter sang at home in her backyard in front of a simple blue sheet, with yellow flowers arranged at her feet
Glowing: She looked lovely in a glittering seafoam mini dress that accented her toned legs and had triangular cutouts over her chest and hips, and she stood tall in a set of white platform heels
Blond beauty: The country star wore her long blond hair swept over one shoulder, and she had on eyeshadow that perfectly matched the shade of her dress. She debuted her new song Heartburst
Back in black: Gabby Barrett gave a more understated performance with her song Pick Me Up. She had all eyes on her in her black sequined suit, which had a cape trailing behind her
Moving on up: At the song’s climax, she stepped onto a platform in the middle of the audience that began to raise her up
Belting it out: Back on the outdoor stage, Cody Johnson gave a moving but reserved performance while playing guitar on his tune Til You Can’t
Family: Among the most anticipated performances was a reunion of The Judds, the duo of Naomi Judd and her daughter Wynonna Judd
Honor legends: The family duo were introduced by country-crossover star Kacey Musgraves, who glowed in a white dress with a lacy top decorated with beads
Opulent: Wynonna rocked a black sequined suit for their number, while Naomi looked glamorous in a royal blue suit with fabric draped from her sleeves
He’s back! Kenny Chesney capped off the CMT Awards with a rollicking performance of his 2005 song Beers In Mexico
Old school: The country hitmaker was dressed casually in a charcoal T-shirt with weathered jeans and dark brown boots, plus a straw cowboy hat. The popular singer was returning to the award show ahead of a massive stadium tour
Playing the clown: Thomas Rhett, who egged on the hosts from the audience, was joined by Riley Green on stage
Brief: Breland was among the performers doing shorter excerpts of songs on the Ram Truck side stage
Crowd pleaser: Walker Hayes had the crowd in his hand as her performed his hit AA
Behind him, the song’s title was spelled out in neon letters, along with illustrations of Johnny Cash, who was referenced in the lyrics.
Co-hosts Mackie and Brown revealed that the 12 nominees for Video Of the Year had been narrowed down to three – Cody Johnson (‘Til You Can’t), Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood (If I Didn’t Love You) and Brown’s One Mississippi.
Fans can still vote for the winner throughout the night using hashtags #VoteCodyCMT, #VoteJasonCarrieCMT and #VoteKaneCMT.
Brown leads the way with four nominations this year, vying for the top prize – Video of the Year – along with Male Video of the Year, and two separate nominations for CMT Performance of the Year.
Leading the way: Brown leads the way with four nominations this year, vying for the top prize – Video of the Year – along with Male Video of the Year, and two separate nominations for CMT Performance of the Year
Brown’s One Mississippi will go up against Brandi Carlile (Right On Time), Cody Johnson (‘Til You Can’t), Cole Swindell & Lainey Wilson (Never Say Never), Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood (If I Didn’t Love You), Kacey Musgraves (justified), Kelsea Ballerini feat. Kenny Chesney (half of my hometown), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Maren Morris (Circles Around This Town), Mickey Guyton (Remember Her Name), Miranda Lambert (If I Was A Cowboy) and Taylor Swift feat. Chris Stapleton – I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault) for Video of the Year.
His One Mississippi will vie for Male Video of the Year against Cody Johnson (‘Til You Can’t), Eric Church (Heart On Fire), Luke Bryan (Waves), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Thomas Rhett (Country Again) and Walker Hayes (Fancy Like).
He is a dual nominee in CMT Performance Of the Year with Three Wooden Crosses (from 2021 CMT Artists of the Year) and Nelly feat. Kane Brown, Blanco Brown & BRELAND – Ride Wit Me (from CMT Crossroads: Nelly & Friends).
Nominee: His One Mississippi will vie for Male Video of the Year against Cody Johnson (‘Til You Can’t), Eric Church (Heart On Fire), Luke Bryan (Waves), Luke Combs (Forever After All), Thomas Rhett (Country Again) and Walker Hayes (Fancy Like).
He will go up against Brothers Osborne – Muskrat Greene/Dead Man’s Curve Medley (from CMT Campfire Sessions), George Strait – Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone (from CMT GIANTS: Charley Pride), H.E.R. feat. Chris Stapleton – Hold On (from 2021 CMT Music Awards), Kelsea Ballerini feat. Paul Klein of LANY – I Quit Drinking (from 2021 CMT Music Awards) and Mickey Guyton feat. Gladys Knight & BRELAND – Friendship Train (from 2021 CMT Music Awards).
The biggest all-time winner in CMT Music Awards history – Carrie Underwood (23 wins) could take home two more awards tonight.
She’s up for Video of the Year for her and Jason Aldean’s If I Didn’t Love You, along with Collaborative Video of the Year as well.
Biggest winner: The biggest all-time winner in CMT Music Awards history – Carrie Underwood (23 wins) could take home two more awards tonight
Country music’s only fan-voted awards show is making its debut in network primetime this year, airing on CBS live from Nashville.
The show will also be available to stream live and on demand on the Paramount Plus streaming service.
Fans who want even more can tune into the CMT Awards Extended Cut, featuring 30 minutes of performances and bonus footage, airing Friday, April 15 on CMT.
Primetime: Country music’s only fan-voted awards show is making its debut in network primetime this year, airing on CBS live from Nashville
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