Nigerian-American singer Collins Obinna Chibueze, professionally known as Shaboozey, won his first Grammy Award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Shaboozey clinched the Best Country Duo/Group Performance award for “Amen,” a gospel-inspired country collaboration with American singer Jelly Roll. The song, featured on Jelly Roll’s album, combines contemporary country production with themes of faith, redemption, and gratitude.
The win is a milestone for the Woodbridge, Virginia-born artiste of Igbo-Nigerian descent, whose music seamlessly blends hip-hop, R&B, and country styles. It also marked Jelly Roll’s first Grammy, reflecting the growing acceptance of genre-crossing artists in country music.
Shaboozey received the award during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony, arriving moments before the announcement. Overwhelmed with emotion, he fought back tears as he delivered one of the night’s most memorable acceptance speeches.
After thanking God, Shaboozey dedicated the award to his mother, “an immigrant who retired from her nursing career that very day after more than 30 years of working multiple jobs to support her family.” He then extended the dedication to immigrants across the United States.
“This is for all children of immigrants,” he said. “This is also for those who came to this country seeking better opportunities, to be part of a nation that promised freedom for all and equal chances for everyone willing to work for it. Thank you for bringing your culture, your music, your stories, and your traditions here. You give America color. Immigrants built this country, literally.”
His speech was widely praised online, with fans calling it one of the ceremony’s most emotional moments. Backstage, Shaboozey credited his management teams at American Dogwood and EMPIRE for their support, describing the win as a surreal experience.
