🎶 FINALLY! Dwight Yoakam Gets the Recognition He Deserves! 🎶

🎶 FINALLY! Dwight Yoakam Gets the Recognition He Deserves! 🎶

Last night, one of country music’s most iconic legends, Dwight Yoakam, received the Americana Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Americana Music Awards at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. ! 🙌

This moment was nothing short of emotional—and for a man known for his cool, calm, and collected persona, seeing Dwight teary-eyed on stage was unforgettable. 🥹💙

Despite revolutionizing the Bakersfield sound, selling millions of records, and becoming a country icon, Dwight has never won a CMA Award. That’s why this honor means so much—it’s a testament to how the Americana Music Association recognizes the true heart of the music industry. 🎸

In his acceptance speech, Dwight gave heartfelt shoutouts to those who shaped his journey—Dave Alvin, Pete Anderson—and, most importantly, his wife Emily and their little boy, Dalton. “I’m a fortunate guy, living my life in reverse,” Dwight said, holding back tears. 😢

This award isn’t just for Dwight—it’s for all of us who’ve loved his music for decades. ❤️

🔥 Let’s get this legend into the Country Music Hall of Fame next! 🔥

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[MsShep]

Awards aren’t worth shit. Anyone with half a brain knows Dwight is an icon. We are so fortunate to have him ❤

[drumdude]

A REAL American Country Underdog Hero....

[ChickenFarmer-epbp]

This man was never given the recognition from the music establishment that he so rightfully deserves. He definitely left his mark on country music.

[jacquelinelicht]

This music business is a tough business ...Dwight has and will always be one of the greatest artists of all time....God bless you and your precious family ❤❤❤

[RichardSikes-lo]

Dwight is an amazing country icon. No other country star shines brighter

[BettyCrone-bt]

Thank God Dwight YOAKAM finally won a award and his wife and son were with him 🙌 👏

[ttexastom]

Been loving Dwight since his first hit '86...."Guitars and Cadillacs"🎻🎸

[waitit]

Dwight Yoakam is a living legend he deserves this and much more! He is one of the greats along with Buck, Merle, and etc. A true living legend in the music industry! 👏

[AdanBernalDeLaRosa]

Legendary status long overdue and well-deserved

[double-O-_and_a_half]

They'll never be another Dwight Yoakam. And this is long overdue. Favorite country artist and favorite actor

[rickardaberg]

Dwight is Amazing, been playing his music since 1986 and i always will continue to do that, Rock on

[St.Hubert]

The man’s a damn legend. To just recently get recognized is nothing short of blasphemy!

[monaestrada]

He's really so talented! Singer actor and great human being!

[TheBrianV]

In my 30 years of listening to country music I believe Dwight Yoakam is the most talented of all😊

[MrAguero]

He has always been in a class of his own. Love his music, style and everything else that makes him Dwight

[beesarebeautiful]

He is one of a kind. Love his music and creativity. Go Dwight!

[chaoswithsusan]

He is one of a kind. There could never be another. The man is legendary.

[mbeav]

You are the fucking man!!!! A thousand miles from you know what got me through a lot. You are one of the greatest of all time!

[lisabaugh]

It's about time ❤ God bless you DWIGHT

[tinatanner]

Congratulations 🎉I’ve loved your music from the start ❤