At the 2025 American Music Awards, Shaboozey's reaction to Megan Moroney's statement that the Carter Family invented country music during a presentation caused a stir among fans. The awkward moment occurred while they were presenting the award for favorite country duo or group, ultimately won by Dan + Shay. The Carter Family, known as the "first family of country music," was a prominent folk music group in the 1920s to 1940s. The incident sparked speculation and amusement among viewers, with Shaboozey appearing surprised before continuing with the presentation. The awards show, hosted by Jennifer Lopez, saw big wins for artists like Billie Eilish, SZA, and Beyoncé.