Shaboozey is pouring up a double shot of country music history.
After his viral moment at the 2025 American Music Awards, the “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” musician offered a little insight as to what led to him rolling his eyes onstage during the ceremony May 26.
ICYMI, as Shaboozey and fellow country musician Megan Moroney presented the award for Favorite Country Duo or Group, they celebrated country music’s history at the awards ceremony by detailing the winners during the inaugural 1974 AMAs—including Charley Pride and Lynn Anderson.
“This award went to The CarterFamily,” Megan exclaimed, “who basically invented country music.”
As the camera cut back to Shaboozey, he paused and cut his eyes before continuing to announce the nominees for the award, which was ultimately presented to Dan + Shay.
Following the event, Shaboozey let off a series of tweets seemingly calling out the moment.
“Google: Lesley Riddle, Steve Tartar, Harry Gay, Defoe Bailey and The Carter Family,” the 30-year-old wrote on X May 26, as he highlighted Black country musicians, whom The Carter Family (which included Johnny Cash’s wife June Carter Cash) had credited for influencing their sound in country music.
Shaboozey added, “When you uncover the true history of country music, you find a story so powerful that it cannot be erased.”
The “Sweet Honey Buckin’” rapper then reiterated the genre’s purpose.
“The real history of country music is about people coming together despite their differences,” he explained in his final message. “And embracing and celebrating the things that make us alike.”
Shaboozey knows a thing or two about breaking barriers in country. Last year, the “Vegas” rapper made history as the first Black male artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts simultaneously. That same year, he also snagged his first CMA nominations.
And amid his major year, during which he collaborated with Beyoncé on her Grammy-winning country album Cowboy Carter, he couldn’t help but reflect on his journey that led to his seemingly-overnight success.
“I’ve worked, really hard just to get here, and made a lot of sacrifices, and dreamed some pretty crazy dreams that my younger self was like, ‘Are you sure about that?’ So, to just see it all coming to fruition,” he told E! News in November. “I think my younger self would be really, really, really, really, really proud of what I’ve been able to what we’ve been able to accomplish.”
Keep reading to look back at the style moments from the 2025 AMAs red carpet…
Renee Rapp
There’s no such thing as talking too much about the Sex Lives of College Girls alum’s AMAs look.
Kendra Scott & Zac Brown
Instead of jeans, the country artist wore a suit that fit just right.
Benson Boone
The singer was his own beautiful thing at the AMAs.
Jon Batiste
The artist took his look to a higher level in his tuxedo and bow tie.
Shaboozey
Fans of the singer almost started a riot over his plaid, country-inspired look.
Ciara
The singer knows how to 1, 2 step into a perfect look.
Machine Gun Kelly
The “Emo Girl” singer was all smiles ahead of the AMAs.
Wayne Brady & Maile Masako
The actor took his daughter along as his plus one for the evening.
Nora Fatehi
The artist and actress stunned in her sequined, animal print look.
Rod Stewart
The musical icon was sailing along the AMAs purple carpet.
Heidi Klum
The model walked the carpet in a bold, all black look.
Nikki Glaser
The comedian’s outfit hit the perfect note.
Tiffany Haddish
The actress was a vision in blue.
Dan + Shay
The musical duo’s looks left the crowd speechless.
Becky G
The 28-year-old stunned in a cheetah-print strapless number.
David Guetta & Jessica Ledon
The DJ and his girlfriend coordinated in all black looks.
Jeff Beacher
The LA Showman strikes a pose in all black.
Jordan Chiles
The Olympian’s look deserved gold.
Lainey Wilson
The country star channeled wildflowers for her purple carpet look.
Dylan Efron
The Traitors star looked faithful as ever in his green suit.
Spencer Pratt & Heidi Montag
The Hills alums struck a pose on the purple carpet.
Alex Warren
This look was anything but ordinary.
Megan Moroney
Fans of the country singer won’t need caller ID to recognize the artist on the carpet.
Montana Tucker
The 32-year-old stunned in her beige gown.
Alix Earle
The influencer—and soon to be Dancing with the Stars contestant—donned a
Emilio Estefan & Gloria Estefan
The couple stunned as Gloria returtned to the AMAs for the first time in 30 years.
Tucker Halpern & Sophie Hawley-Weld
There weren’t any purple hats in sight, but the Sofi Tukker duo were still primed for dancing on the people.
Pepa
The rapper—real name Sandra Denton—painted a mighty good picture on the purple carpet.
Rebecca Black
Even though it’s not Friday, the artist arrived in style and ready to get down.
Kehlani
It was after hours, and the singer rocked her semi-sheer, sparkly mini dress.
