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Lainey Wilson took home the CMA Award for female vocalist of the year.

During her acceptance speech, Wilson thanked her mom and dad, as well as the broader country music community.

“Man, this community has wrapped its arms around me and lifted me up from the get-go,” she said.

“I’ve always been told that if you feel like you got a gift, you’re supposed to share it,” she continued, “and I think that means whether you drive a tractor or pour coffee, make people smile or laugh, whatever that is, I think you’re supposed to share that gift. And I just want to say thank you so much for letting me share mine.”

Other nominees in the category included Kelsea Ballerini, Ashley McBryde, Megan Moroney and Kacey Musgraves.