Between his five ACM nominations including one win and the success of his fast-rising track “Worst Way,” Riley Green certainly has a lot to celebrate right now.
While backstage of the 60th ACM Awards with Country Now, the Alabama native took a moment to reflect on the major accomplishments he’s been racking up lately before making an appearance at the elite show on Thursday, May 8.
Surprise Announcement From Reba McEntire
His latest feat was announced over the weekend, while performing at Country Thunder Florida. He and duet partner Ella Langley delivered their own sets at the festival and then came together to sing “You Look Like You Love Me.”
Following their performance, they were surprised with the news that they had won in the category of Visual Media of the year for their chart-topping hit. Reba McEntire appeared on the big screen at the back of the stage and shared the news with Green, Langley and the rest of the festival-goers.
Four Additional Nominations
Following this win, Green is heading into the ACM Awards with four remaining nods for “you look like you love me.” The pair also landed nominations in the categories of Single of the Year, Song of the Year and Music Event of the Year.
“Well, to be honest, I’m the most excited about the one I already won,” Green admitted. “Reba told everybody they were on the big screen in my show in Tampa and just told everybody at the same…If she tells you anything its awesome.”
Along with his recent win, Green has had the pleasure of watching his streamy tune, “Worst Way” climb up the charts, and claiming the title of his fastest growing single to date.
“It’s crazy. It’s literally been like a rocket ship since we put that song out and it’s been so cool to see a song that fans are really…it raised its hand. It became a platinum record and then went to radio. Now it’s in the top 10. It’s one of the biggest moments of my show,” he shared.
“Worst Way” Music Video Surpasses 10 Million Views
The highly talked about music video has seen just as much success as it recently surpassed 10 million views on YouTube.
“I don’t know that many people. That’s a lot,” Riley Green joked. “It’s been awesome to see that song become such a hit and obviously the music video has done really well and it was a lot of fun to make.”
Set To Present At ACM Awards
The hitmaker has not been announced as a performer for the 60th ACM Awards taking place the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys. However, viewers will get the chance to see him on stage as the Academy of Country just revealed that he will be presenting during the show.
He was also a part of one of the big lead-up events to the 60th ACM Awards – The Jelly Roll & Friends show. The event benefitting ACM’s Lifting Lives was held at Billy Bob’s Texas at the Fort Worth Stockyards on Tuesday, May 6 with performances by Lainey Wilson, Riley Green, ERNEST, Russell Dickerson, Dasha and Ashley Cooke.
Additionally, this afternoon he will appear as a special guest at the Opry NextStage showcase, highlighting the Opry NextStage Class of 2025. Hosted by Jelly Roll, the event is set to take place at the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall.
Star-Studded Performance Lineup
The upcoming ACM Awards will welcome a stacked lineup of performers including Kelsea Ballerini, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Brothers Osborne, Chris Stapleton, Zach Top, and Lainey Wilson, who will each bring their talent to the ACM Awards.
The show will open with a can’t-miss tribute to ACM Songs of the Year from the past six decades, featuring performances by Clint Black, Dan + Shay, Wynonna Judd, Reba McEntire, LeAnn Rimes, and Sugarland.
Plus, several star-studded collaborations are in place from Backstreet Boys with Rascal Flatts, Jelly Roll teaming up with Shaboozey, and Brooks & Dunn with Cody Johnson.
How To Watch
16-time ACM Award-winner Reba McEntire is returning to reclaim her hosting duties yet again. This will mark the country icon’s 18th time hosting or co-hosting the event, more than any other artist in ACM history.
The 60th ACM Awards will stream live around the world on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT, exclusively on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, reaching audiences in over 240 countries and territories.
More details can be found HERE.
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