At this year's CMA Awards in Nashville, Shaboozey has been the name on everyone's lips. From host Luke Bryan's opening remarks, which included Shaboozey puns, to a mention in an acceptance speech from Cody Johnson's producer,

"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" artist boosted country music's profile with the biggest song of the year, and was rewarded with microaggressions about his name

Shaboozey, the Virginia native who became a breakout star this year blending country music and hip-hop, was nominated for two trophies at the 58th annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville last night: One for new artist,

Shaboozey is taking things in stride after Wednesday night's (Nov. 20) CMA Awards - and following a curious comment from Cody Johnson's producer Trent Willmon. At the CMAs - which were held at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena - Shaboozey was nominated for new artist of the year and single of the year for "A Bar Song (Tipsy).

Holding the award in his hands, Willmon addressed Johnson, who stood directly behind him, and said, "I got to tell ya, this is for this cowboy who has been kicking Shaboozey for a lot of years, Cody Johnson.