It was a moment for the history books at the 2025 ACM Awards as three generations of powerhouse women in country music—Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, and Lainey Wilson—came together to debut their new anthem, “Trailblazer.”
Dressed in coordinated brown suede and turquoise, the trio stood shoulder to shoulder on a cinematic stage that evoked the open highway—a fitting visual for a song that celebrates the fierce, fearless women who helped shape country music.
“Talk about a trailblazer / Cutting one path at a time
Running like a dream chaser / Living on a prayer and a rhyme…”
Their harmonies rang out with reverence and fire as they paid tribute to legends like Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, and Tammy Wynette—while clearly staking their own claim as modern trailblazers.
“Trailblazer” was co-written by Wilson and Lambert alongside Grammy winner Brandy Clark, and produced by McEntire with Tony Brown and Steve Marcantonio. This marks a meaningful full-circle moment for McEntire, who also hosted the ACMs for a remarkable 18th time this year.
The performance was not just a showstopper—it was a statement. One that celebrated lineage, legacy, and the unstoppable drive of women in country music.
Star Power and ACM Success
- Lainey Wilson, one of the night’s most-nominated artists, is riding high with nods for Entertainer of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and Album of the Year for Whirlwind.
- Miranda Lambert added to her legendary status with 75 career nominations and 35 wins.
- Reba McEntire, ever the icon, now boasts 48 ACM nominations with 16 wins to date.
After back-to-back collaborations at Stagecoach 2024 and now the ACMs, fans are hoping this trio turns their chemistry into a full-blown tour.
