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 Carter Family,” 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 withBeyoncé 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…

There's no such thing as talking too much about the Sex Lives of College Girls alum's AMAs look.

Instead of jeans, the country artist wore a suit that fit just right. 

The singer was his own beautiful thing at the AMAs.

The artist took his look to a higher level in his tuxedo and bow tie. 

Fans of the singer almost started a riot over his plaid, country-inspired look. 

The singer knows how to 1, 2 step into a perfect look.

The "Emo Girl" singer was all smiles ahead of the AMAs.

The actor took his daughter along as his plus one for the evening.

The artist and actress stunned in her sequined, animal print look.

The musical icon was sailing along the AMAs purple carpet. 

The model walked the carpet in a bold, all black look.

The comedian's outfit hit the perfect note.

The actress was a vision in blue.

The musical duo's looks left the crowd speechless.

The 28-year-old stunned in a cheetah-print strapless number.

The DJ and his girlfriend coordinated in all black looks. 

The Olympian's look deserved gold.

The country star channeled wildflowers for her purple carpet look. 

The Traitors star looked faithful as ever in his green suit. 

The Hills alums struck a pose on the purple carpet.

This look was anything but ordinary.

Fans of the country singer won't need caller ID to recognize the artist on the carpet.

The 32-year-old stunned in her beige gown. 

The influencer—and soon to be Dancing with the Stars contestant—donned a 

The couple stunned as Gloria returtned to the AMAs for the first time in 30 years.

There weren't any purple hats in sight, but the Sofi Tukker duo were still primed for dancing on the people.

The rapper—real name Sandra Denton—painted a mighty good picture on the purple carpet.

Even though it's not Friday, the artist arrived in style and ready to get down. 

It was after hours, and the singer rocked her semi-sheer, sparkly mini dress.

The 25-year-old was a vision in green.

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