Ella Langley and Riley Green have made headlines as first-time winners heading into the 2024 CMA Awards, having secured the prestigious trophy for Musical Event of the Year for their captivating song “You Look Like You Love Me.” The announcement was revealed during a vibrant red carpet event prior to the ABC broadcast on November 20 at 8 PM ET, generating excitement across social media platforms.
This award acknowledges the talents of both the artists and the producers instrumental in creating the winning piece. Langley and Green faced tough competition, with other nominees including Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan for “Cowboys Cry Too,” Post Malone and Morgan Wallen’s “I Had Some Help,” Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves’ “I Remember Everything,” and Morgan Wallen and Eric Church’s “Man Made a Bar.”
For Langley, this marks her first accolade in the country music genre, and she expressed her overwhelming emotions while holding her trophy backstage, stating, “I’m almost at a loss for words. This is the only thing I’ve ever wanted to do with my life, my whole entire life.”
The duo has captivated the country music scene in 2024, with their infectious hit igniting rumors and expanding Langley’s fanbase. “You Look Like You Love Me” is featured on Langley’s “Hungover” album, and since then, both artists have continued to collaborate, including the creation of their new song “Don’t Mind If I Do,” which Green has chosen as the title track for his upcoming album.
Produced by Will Bundy, “You Look Like You Love Me” will also be performed during the CMA Awards ceremony, which will be broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The event will be co-hosted by Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, and Peyton Manning.
As the country music community eagerly anticipates the awards show, this recognition for Langley and Green signifies a hopeful beginning for their career trajectories, bringing fresh energy and talent to the forefront of the genre.
It’s an exciting time for both artists, and viewers can look forward to witnessing their continued success on this grand stage.