Taylor Swift has secured a Country Music Association Awards nomination for Single of the Year, marking her first CMA recognition in four years. The nomination recognizes her 2026 release “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which debuted on the Toy Story 5 soundtrack in June and has since achieved remarkable commercial success across multiple charts.
The track has dominated the country music landscape since its release, topping the Hot Country Songs chart and reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Notably, it became the first song by a female artist to achieve universal support from all country radio stations reporting to Mediabase during its first week. Swift will compete against several notable country artists in the Single of the Year category, including Ella Langley, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson.
Swift’s CMA nomination reflects her continued artistic evolution and deepening connection to country music roots. During a recent interview, she emphasized her commitment to honoring her Nashville heritage and the artists who influenced her career development. The 60th annual CMA Awards ceremony will take place on November 18, broadcasting on ABC and Disney+.
Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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