Machine Gun Kelly Wins Crossover Song Award

The 2024 People's Choice Country Awards, held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville and hosted by Shania Twain, highlighted the best in country music with Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) closing the night with a performance of his award-winning song 'Lonely Road', which earned him the title of Best Crossover Song. Despite Jelly Roll's absence, MGK's solo rendition captivated the audience, and comedian Matt Rife praised him for redefining musical boundaries. Beyoncé led the nominations with 12 nods for her project 'Cowboy Carter', yet did not win, while collaborators from the project, like Shaboozey, took home awards for new artist and new artist song. MGK also won for Cover Song of the Year with 'Sun to Me', and he reflected on his personal journey during the ceremony, emphasizing the importance of breaking generational curses. The event featured performances from various artists and was a showcase of the evolving landscape of country music, with MGK hinting at further explorations in the genre. Overall, the night celebrated diverse talents and fan-favorite songs, reinforcing the growing crossover appeal in the music industry.