Megan Moroney has been honored with the prestigious ‘New Artist of the Year’ award at the 2024 Country Music Association Awards. The 27-year-old singer from Georgia expressed her gratitude while accepting the award, stating, “Thank you Jesus for putting this dream on my heart,” as emotion filled her eyes.
Shortly after her award acceptance, Moroney captivated the audience with her performance of “Am I Okay?” during the ceremony held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 20, 2024.
Her rise in the country music scene has been remarkable, with the release of her debut album, “Lucky,” in 2023, followed by her second album, “Am I Okay?” just this past summer. In addition to her New Artist win, Moroney was also nominated for the CMA’s 2024 Female Vocalist of the Year.
Competing in the New Artist category, she stood out as the only female nominee among contestants Shaboozey, Nate Smith, Mitchell Tenpenny, Zach Top, and Bailey Zimmerman, highlighting her extraordinary talent and dedication to her craft.
Megan Moroney’s successes at the CMA Awards illustrate the growing presence of female artists in country music and the impact of their voices in a predominantly male industry. As she continues to soar, fans can look forward to her future endeavors and further contributions to the genre.
This moment not only marks a significant milestone in Moroney’s career but also offers inspiration to aspiring musicians, showing that hard work and passion can lead to achieving one’s dreams.