He has made history as the first Black male artist to reach No. 1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Country Songs Charts.

Grateful for his rising success, Shaboozey emphasizes the importance of hard work and sees his unique music style as a blessing.

The Billboard Music Awards will be hosted by actress Michelle Buteau and will be available on-demand on Paramount+ and social media channels.

Shaboozey, whose real name is Collins Obinna Chibueze, is making waves in the music industry with six nominations at the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, including for Top New Artist and Top Song Sales Artist for his hit 'A Bar Song (Tipsy)', which dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for 19 weeks.

Scheduled to perform at the Billboard Music Awards on December 14, 2024, Shaboozey's rise represents a significant moment for Black artists in country music, a genre that has historically marginalized their contributions.

The demographic of country music fans has shifted, with a growing number of wealthier and more educated listeners, contrasting sharply with the genre's earlier associations with rural life.

Despite facing exclusion, Black musicians have played a crucial role in shaping country music, with instruments like the banjo tracing back to West African roots.

Shaboozey began his career in hip-hop but has recently embraced country influences, showcasing a deeper engagement with the genre.

Unlike previous Black artists like Beyoncé and Lil Nas X, Shaboozey's success is attributed to effective radio promotion and a well-planned marketing strategy.

His performances, including appearances at the CMA Fest and The Tonight Show, have helped him gain recognition across various music platforms.

Despite his achievements, including the success of his debut album 'Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going,' Shaboozey faces the ongoing challenge of representation, as evidenced by Beyoncé receiving no nominations for the 2024 Country Music Awards.

Produced by Dick Clark Productions, the Billboard Music Awards will celebrate music achievements across genres, based on year-end performance metrics from Billboard charts.