Shaboozey has gone viral for his seemingly bemused reaction to a remark by fellow singer Megan Moroney, who claimed that the Carter Family “basically invented” country music.

Shaboozey (L) and Megan Moroney present the Favorite Country Duo or Group award onstage during the 2025 American Music Awards at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 26, 2025 in Las ...

Shaboozey and Megan Moroney onstage at the 2025 American Music Awards held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 26 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Rich Polk via Getty Images ...

However, at this year’s AMAs, Shaboozey went viral for giving Megan Moroney the side eye during a presentation. Now, he’s seemingly explained the deeper meaning behind why he had that reaction.

Shaboozey's surprised look at Megan Moroney speaks for millions Without Black musicians, country music would not have evolved as it did.