Riley Green turned up the heat at the CMA Awards with a memorable performance of his chart-topping hit, “Worst Way.” The show, held at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, marked not just another performance for Green but a historic moment, as the song became his fifth No. 1. It’s also notable for being only the second track solely written by him to reach the top of the Billboard Country Airplay chart since 2012, solidifying his place in country music history.
Backstage, Riley couldn’t hold back his excitement about the evening’s events, acknowledging his long-time admiration for the CMA Awards. He punctuated the moment with humor, dismissing the idea of recreating the steamy scenes from his music video due to the, ahem, family-friendly nature of the live event. With four nominations to his name and a win for Music Video of the Year with Ella Langley for “You Look Like You Love Me,” it was a night filled with celebration and appreciation for hard work.
The ceremony, hosted by Lainey Wilson, showcased a range of performances from country superstars like Keith Urban, Little Big Town, and Luke Combs, among others. This year, the CMA Awards emphasized not only the glamour of the music industry but a sense of community among artists, leaving everyone looking forward to what’s next in the ever-evolving world of country music.
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