The 2025 ACM Awards are just around the corner, and country music fans everywhere are eagerly awaiting the big night. As the awards ceremony approaches, we can’t help but wonder who will take home the coveted trophies.
We asked our robot friend, ChatGPT, to make predictions on this year’s winners. While it’s not the most conventional method, it’s certainly an interesting way to approach the awards.

Predictions for the Big Four

New Male Artist of the Year: Bailey Zimmerman “Zimmerman’s rise in the country music scene positions him as a strong contender for New Male Artist of the Year,” ChatGPT said.
Although Zach Top won the award for New Male Artist of the Year, ChatGPT’s prediction was not entirely off the mark. Bailey Zimmerman is indeed a rising star in the country music scene, and it’s possible that he may have been a strong contender for the award.
New Female Artist of the Year: Ella Langley “Langley’s breakout year and multiple nominations make her a favorite in this category,” ChatGPT stated.
ChatGPT was correct in its prediction for the New Female Artist of the Year award. Ella Langley’s breakout year was indeed marked by multiple nominations, and she went on to take home the award.
Song of the Year: Ella Langley and Riley Green’s “You Look Like You Love Me”

“Given its multiple nominations and popularity, this track is a strong contender for Song of the Year,” ChatGPT said.
ChatGPT’s prediction for the Song of the Year award was spot on. The song, which dominated country music in 2024, was a fan favorite and a commercial success.
Single of the Year: Ella Langley and Riley Green’s “You Look Like You Love Me” “This collaboration has been a fan favorite and a commercial success, positioning it as a strong contender for Single of the Year,” ChatGPT stated.
ChatGPT’s prediction for the Single of the Year award was also correct. The song was a staple on social media feeds and radio stations, making it a strong contender for the award.
Album of the Year: Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind “Wilson’s album has received critical acclaim and commercial success, making it a strong contender for Album of the Year,” ChatGPT said.
ChatGPT’s prediction for the Album of the Year award was not entirely off the mark. While Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind was a critical and commercial success, Post Malone’s F-1 Trillion was also a strong contender for the award.
Male Artist of the Year: Luke Combs “Combs’ consistent chart success and previous accolades make him a strong contender for Male Artist of the Year,” ChatGPT stated.
ChatGPT’s prediction for the Male Artist of the Year award was correct. Luke Combs has indeed found himself in a successful groove in country music, and he is a favorite to win.