Additionally, Shaboozey was just nominated for six Grammys including song of the year. And it initially appeared that the country music crowd had embraced him as well after he received CMA Awards nominations for new artist and song of the year.

At this year's CMA Awards, Shaboozey has been the name on everyone's lips. But not all of the stage name jokes landed.

Shaboozey, the Virginia native who became a breakout star this year blending country music and hip-hop, was nominated for two trophies at the 58th annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville last night: One for new artist,

Shaboozey is taking things in stride after Wednesday night's (Nov. 20) CMA Awards - and following a curious comment from Cody Johnson's producer Trent Willmon. At the CMAs - which were held at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena - Shaboozey was nominated for new artist of the year and single of the year for "A Bar Song (Tipsy).

Shaboozey, who is up for his first CMA Award, will also be a performer at the show. Here's everything to know about the record-breaking country star.

Johnson’s producer Trent Willmon wasn't the only person to make a joke using Shaboozey's name during the 2024 CMA Awards in Nashville

Shaboozey has spoken out after the 2024 Country Music Awards, during which many say he was snubbed and his name served as a running joke among fellow artists. Following a breakout year, Shaboozey was nominated for Best New Artist and Single of the Year at the 58th annual CMAs in Nashville on Wednesday (November 20).