2008 CMT Music Awards:  Nominees

Best video of the year; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo or collaboration) and the director. Final nominees announced during the live telecast, with final voting during the show.

Best video by a male artist; awarded to the artist.

Best video by a female artist; awarded to the artist.

Best video by a group; awarded to the artists.

Best video by a duo; awarded to the artists.

Best video from an artist's major debut album; awarded to the artist (male, female or group/duo).

Best video that featured a special collaborative appearance by artists; awarded to the artists (individual, group or duo).

Musical performance on a television show, series or variety special on a broadcast or major cable network; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo).

Best supporting character whose guest appearance enhances the video concept; awarded to the special guest.

Best video from an artist outside the mainstream of country music; awarded to the artist (male, female or group/duo).

Best video most likely to stir emotion, whether tears of joy or sadness; awarded to the artist (male, female or group/duo).

Best video to convey a song's humor and wit; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo).

Best video director of the year; awarded to the director for his or her body of work from the past year.