Chris Stapleton melts hearts with ‘It Takes a Woman’ at ACMs 2025

Stapleton Performs at 2025 ACMs

On May 8, 2025, Chris Stapleton performed “It Takes a Woman” live at the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards. The event was held at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. The performance aired nationwide as part of the main show.

Reba McEntire hosted the night. Stapleton wore a black tailored suit while singing the emotional track. The song comes from his 2023 album Higher. This event honored 60 years of country music and featured top artists and major live moments.

Grammy Win for ‘It Takes a Woman’

In 2025, Chris Stapleton won the Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance for “It Takes a Woman.” The song was part of his Higher album but was not released as a single. The Recording Academy honored Stapleton for his strong voice and emotional delivery.

This became his 10th Grammy win. The award showed that the song stood out even without major radio play. “It Takes a Woman” became one of the most praised tracks from the album and gained attention through live performances.

ACM Nominations in 2025

At the 2025 ACM Awards, Chris Stapleton earned two major nominations: Male Artist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year. These categories spotlight top-performing artists in country music.

The nominations recognized his success with the Higher album and the widespread praise for “It Takes a Woman.” Fans and critics supported his spot on the nominee list.

‘Higher’ Album Details

Chris Stapleton released Higher on November 10, 2023, as his fifth studio album. The album includes 14 tracks and was produced by Chris Stapleton, Dave Cobb, and Morgane Stapleton. It was released under Mercury Nashville.

Most of the album was recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville. “It Takes a Woman” is track number nine. The album mixes country, blues, and soul sounds. Stapleton’s voice and lyrics were praised by fans and critics.

Lead Single Paved the Way

“White Horse” was released on October 13, 2023, as the lead single from Chris Stapleton’s Higher album. The song reached number 13 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and hit number one on the Country Digital Song Sales chart.

It has a bold, rock-influenced sound. Stapleton co-wrote the track with Daniel Tashian. The single built excitement for the album and showed his creative direction.

Grammy Awards for ‘White Horse’

On February 4, 2024, Chris Stapleton won two Grammy Awards for “White Horse.” The ceremony took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. He won Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance. The Recording Academy honored both his songwriting and vocal delivery.

The success of “White Horse” set the stage for more praise when he later performed “It Takes a Woman” at the ACM Awards.

First Entertainer Win at 2023 ACMs

Chris Stapleton won his first ACM Entertainer of the Year award on May 11, 2023, during the 58th ACM Awards in Frisco, Texas. It marked a major moment in his career. He had been nominated multiple times before at both the ACM and CMA Awards.

This win followed a strong run of music releases and live performances. Stapleton gave a heartfelt speech during the broadcast.

Triple Crown Award at ACMs

In 2023, Chris Stapleton received the ACM Triple Crown Award. This rare honor is given to artists who have won New Male Vocalist, Male Vocalist, and Entertainer of the Year.

Stapleton won New Male Vocalist in 2016, Male Vocalist in 2016, 2018, and 2021, and Entertainer of the Year in 2023. The Triple Crown confirmed his success over several years. Each award marked a step in his growth. The honor places him among the most respected artists in ACM history.

The Rise After Starting Over

Chris Stapleton released Starting Over, his fourth studio album, on November 13, 2020. The album had 14 tracks and debuted at number one on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. Dave Cobb produced the album.

Morgane Stapleton provided background vocals. The songs were recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville. The album mixes classic country with soul and folk sounds. The title track became one of the highlights.

Big Radio Hit With ‘Broken Halos’

In 2017, Chris Stapleton’s song “Broken Halos” reached number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. It was co-written with Mike Henderson and included in the album From A Room: Volume 1.

In 2018, “Broken Halos” won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. The song helped Stapleton reach more radio listeners and expand his fan base. Its lyrics and delivery made it one of his most important tracks. The award and chart success proved his power.

Two Albums in One Year

Chris Stapleton released two albums in 2017: From A Room: Volume 1 came out on May 5, and Volume 2 was released on December 1. Both were recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville.

Volume 1 reached number two on the Billboard 200, while Volume 2 reached number two on the Top Country Albums chart. These albums included hits like “Broken Halos.” Both albums were praised by fans and critics.

Traveller Starts It All

Chris Stapleton’s solo career took off with Traveller, released May 5, 2015. The album includes 14 tracks, like “Tennessee Whiskey,” and earned 7× Platinum from the RIAA for over seven million units sold. The album’s rise came after a major TV performance in 2015.

Traveller helped define his voice in modern country music. The success of Traveller led directly to bigger shows, major award nominations, and more hits in the years that followed.

CMA Awards Duet Launches Fame

On November 4, 2015, Stapleton performed with Justin Timberlake at the CMA Awards in Nashville. They sang “Tennessee Whiskey” and “Drink You Away.” The performance was a big moment that boosted sales and made headlines.

That night, Stapleton won New Artist, Male Vocalist, and Album of the Year. The duet brought him a wider audience beyond country fans. It became one of the most talked-about performances of the year.

Early Wins in Songwriting

Before stepping into the spotlight, Stapleton worked as a songwriter. He wrote over 170 songs, with more than 150 recorded by other artists. He wrote hits like “Never Wanted Nothing More” for Kenny Chesney and “Love’s Gonna Make It Alright” for George Strait.

He also co-wrote for Adele’s 21. His writing earned him nine ASCAP Country Music Awards. These early wins built his reputation in Nashville. This success helped him step into a solo career with industry respect.

Bluegrass Start With The Steeldrivers

Stapleton was the lead singer of the bluegrass group The Steeldrivers from 2008 to 2010. The band released their self-titled album in 2008 and Reckless in 2010. Both projects earned Grammy nominations.

Their song “Blue Side of the Mountain” was nominated for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group. His time in the band gave him stage experience and made his voice. This early chapter helped him grow before going solo.

In addition to performing, Chris Stapleton has an impressive talent for songwriting, with many surprising songs written by Chris Stapleton that have been recorded by other well-known artists.

Rock Roots With The Jompson Brothers

From 2007 to 2010, Stapleton led the rock band The Jompson Brothers. They released a self-titled album in 2010 and toured across the U.S., including shows with ZZ Top.

The music had a blues-rock feel that was different from his later country albums. The band formed in Nashville and gave Stapleton a way to explore another side of music.

Recently, Chris Stapleton announces big tour updates, sharing news about his upcoming concerts and expanding his live performances to reach more fans.

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