MEMORABLE PERFORMANCES

3:22

Mickey Guyton and Yola - "Remember Her Name"

Mickey Guyton is joined by Yola at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 to perform "Remember Her Name,” Guyton's moving tribute to Breonna Taylor and the title track from her debut album.
10/13/2021
3:17

Kelsea Ballerini and Jonas Brothers Cover The Beatles

Jonas Brothers joins CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Kelsea Ballerini onstage to cover Joe Cocker's rendition of The Beatles song "With a Little Help from My Friends."
10/13/2021
3:41

Gabby Barrett - "The Good Ones"

Gabby Barrett gives a heartwarming performance of her song "The Good Ones" at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
3:38

Luke Combs - "Forever After All"

Luke Combs gives an emotional performance of his love song "Forever After All" to open the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
3:03

Boyz II Men and Kevin Olusola of Pentatonix - "Cold"

R&B group Boyz II Men pays tribute to CMT Artist of the Year recipient Chris Stapleton with a cover of his 2020 song "Cold," featuring Kevin Olusola from Pentatonix.
10/13/2021

ICONIC ACCEPTANCE SPEECHES

1:36

Chris Stapleton Is Awarded an Artist of the Year Honor

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Chris Stapleton opens up about his country music career while accepting his award.
10/13/2021
1:34

Mickey Guyton Receives the Breakout Artist of the Year Award

Mickey Guyton reflects on her obstacles and path to success as a Black woman in country music as she accepts the Breakout Artist of the Year award at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
1:30

Kane Brown Receives His Artist of the Year Honor

Kane Brown honors the life of his late drummer Kenny Dixon, pays tribute to honoree Randy Travis and gives shout-outs to his fellow CMT Artists of the Year during his acceptance speech.
10/13/2021
2:25

Randy Travis Is Honored with the Artist of a Lifetime Award

Country music icon Randy Travis receives a standing ovation from the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 audience as he accepts the Artist of a Lifetime award alongside his wife, Mary.
10/13/2021
1:01

Gabby Barrett Accepts Her Artist of the Year Honor

Gabby Barrett gives a shout-out to her support team for helping her overcome her doubters and naysayers as she accepts her CMT Artist of the Year honor.
10/13/2021

THE HONOREES DIVE INTO THEIR HIT STORIES

4:44

Hit Story: Mickey Guyton - "Black Like Me"

Mickey Guyton shares what inspired "Black Like Me," why she was nervous about the title, the common reaction she received after sharing the song and why she released it as a message of hope.
10/07/2021
2:57

Hit Story: Kane Brown - "Worldwide Beautiful"

Kane Brown explains the songwriting process behind "Worldwide Beautiful" and describes how real-life news events prompted him to release the antidiscrimination anthem.
10/11/2021
5:48

Hit Story: Kelsea Ballerini - "Half of My Hometown"

Kelsea Ballerini opens up about the meaning behind "Half of My Hometown," enlisting fellow Knoxville, TN, hitmaker Kenny Chesney for the song, the coolest part of the experience and more.
10/07/2021
3:32

Hit Story: Luke Combs - "Cold as You"

Luke Combs chats about writing "Cold as You" with Randy Montana, Shane Minor and Jonathan Singleton, why he loves the sound of a fiddle, adding color to his songs, and more.
10/07/2021
4:05

Hit Story: Gabby Barrett - "The Good Ones"

Gabby Barrett breaks down how her relationship with her husband influenced her song "The Good Ones," which is now a wedding favorite among her fans.
10/11/2021

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1:35

Backstage at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021

Get a peek beyond the red carpet and behind the scenes of one of country's biggest nights as Mickey Guyton, Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Lady A and more celebrate CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/18/2021
1:10

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 in 60 Seconds

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10/14/2021
2:40

Walker Hayes - "Fancy Like"

Walker Hayes performs his hit song "Fancy Like" at CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
1:17

Kelsea Ballerini Accepts Her Artist of the Year Honor

Kelsea Ballerini takes the stage from a sold-out concert in Franklin, TN, to share her career wisdom and show her gratitude after being honored at CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
3:17

Kelsea Ballerini and Jonas Brothers Cover The Beatles

Jonas Brothers joins CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Kelsea Ballerini onstage to cover Joe Cocker's rendition of The Beatles song "With a Little Help from My Friends."
10/13/2021
1:36

Chris Stapleton Is Awarded an Artist of the Year Honor

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Chris Stapleton opens up about his country music career while accepting his award.
10/13/2021
3:03

Boyz II Men and Kevin Olusola of Pentatonix - "Cold"

R&B group Boyz II Men pays tribute to CMT Artist of the Year recipient Chris Stapleton with a cover of his 2020 song "Cold," featuring Kevin Olusola from Pentatonix.
10/13/2021
3:03

Kane Brown - "Three Wooden Crosses"

Kane Brown performs a cover of Artist of a Lifetime Randy Travis's 2002 release "Three Wooden Crosses" at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
2:25

Randy Travis Is Honored with the Artist of a Lifetime Award

Country music icon Randy Travis receives a standing ovation from the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 audience as he accepts the Artist of a Lifetime award alongside his wife, Mary.
10/13/2021
1:34

Mickey Guyton Receives the Breakout Artist of the Year Award

Mickey Guyton reflects on her obstacles and path to success as a Black woman in country music as she accepts the Breakout Artist of the Year award at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
3:22

Mickey Guyton and Yola - "Remember Her Name"

Mickey Guyton is joined by Yola at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 to perform "Remember Her Name,” Guyton's moving tribute to Breonna Taylor and the title track from her debut album.
10/13/2021

CMT Artists of the Year 2021

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 celebrates honorees Chris Stapleton, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett and Luke Combs through live performances, special tributes and more.