The CMAs 2019 were full of huge moments, both musically and personally. We break down the top 10 moments you can’t miss from the 2019 CMAs.
10. Ryan Hurd Proves He’s ‘Husband Goals’
One of the most heart-warming moments from the show was Ryan Hurd helping his pregnant wife on and off stage at the CMAs – talk about couple goals.
9. Thomas Rhett’s Daughters Steals The Show
Thomas Rhett‘s daughters have always been adorable, but their appearance on the 2019 CMA red carpet was one for the ages.
8. Jennifer Nettles Demands Equal Play
Jennifer Nettles called out radio making a demand for equal play on the country music airwaves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhUrM1ORZEA
7. Kelsea Ballerini and Keith Urban Deliver Stand-Out Solo Performances
As Garth Brooks himself stated in his speech, Ballerini managed to shrink an arena delivering a stunning performance of ‘Homecoming Queen’ – just herself and her guitar on stage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYQu1g5xQj0
6. Reba Revives ‘Fancy’ and Incredible Costume Changes
It is something uniquely special to country music that as a genre we continue to celebrate legendary talent and not just the fresh faces, Reba’s performance of ‘Fancy’ was one for the stages, complete with a huge amount of costume changes. Wow.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsjw2g80gj8
5. Little Big Town, Kelsea Ballerini, Runaway June, Carly Pearce and more Slay ‘Girl Crush’
Who knew ‘Girl Crush’ could be improved? This performance of Little Big Town’s biggest track complete with a huge amount of guest performances was incredibly special and poignant.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1BbiB04gvs
4. Willie Nelson and Kacey Musgraves Deliver a Powerful ‘Rainbow Connection’ Duet
Willie Nelson and Kacey Musgraves delivered an incredibly powerful duet to ‘Rainbow Connection,’ Musgraves vocals rang out beautifully over the top in a tender, stunning production.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4juzFaW12j0
3. Maren Morris Delivers a Tear-Jerking Tribute to Her Producer Busbee
Going into the CMAs as the most nominated artist, Maren Morris was owed a huge win on CMA night. Delivering one of the most tear-jerking moments of the night, Morris dedicated the award to her late producer ‘Busbee,’ in an incredibly pure and poignant moment.
2. Carrie Underwood Was Robbed
We’re not oblivious to Garth’s talent and entertainer-ship, but this year should have rightfully been Carrie’s year given the success of her huge ‘Cry Pretty’ tour and an epic album under her belt.
1.That Empowering Female Opening Medley
This year’s CMAs were all about women in country music and this opening medley was one for the ages with iconic legends joining new female talent to create a truly stunning opening.
