The 2016 CMT Music Awards was a super fun night full of great music and teamwork between singers. One of the best parts was when Keith Urban sang his popular song Wasted Time with two other country stars, Maren Morris and Brett Eldredge. They rocked the stage together and made the whole night exciting for everyone watching.
A Big Team-Up
Keith Urban is a famous singer who’s really good at mixing different kinds of music. He decided to bring Maren Morris and Brett Eldredge up on stage with him. At that time, both of them were becoming big names in country music. Maren was getting lots of attention for her song My Church, and Brett was already known for his hit songs. Keith didn’t just pick them because they’re talented—he wanted to show how country singers like to help each other out. This performance was also a way to get people excited for his RipCORD World Tour, where Maren and Brett were going to sing with him at other shows too.
A Really Cool Moment
When the lights went low and the music for Wasted Time started at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, the crowd got so loud and happy! Keith grabbed his banjo—a special instrument he loves—and started playing with tons of energy. Then Maren and Brett joined in, making everything even more fun. The song was loud and fast, and the three of them singing together made it feel like a big party. Keith’s banjo gave the song a cool country sound mixed with pop. Brett’s deep voice made it sound strong, and Maren added a bright, powerful voice, even if she hit a few wrong notes. They all got along so well, and it was awesome to watch.
What Wasted Time Is About
Wasted Time came out in 2016 as a song from Keith’s album called RipCORD. People loved it right away! Keith wrote it with two friends, Greg Wells and James Abrahart. It’s a song about remembering fun times from when you were young—like summer nights with friends and feeling free. It’s all about happy memories, love, and enjoying life. The music has a mix of electronic beats, big choruses you want to sing along to, and Keith’s famous banjo sound. That’s why it’s so catchy and works for both country and pop fans. At the CMT Awards, Keith, Maren, and Brett made it sound fresh and full of life.
A Night Full of Fun
The 2016 CMT Music Awards had lots of other great moments too. Tim McGraw won Video of the Year for his song Humble and Kind, and Carrie Underwood got Female Video of the Year for Smoke Break. Big stars like Blake Shelton, Florida Georgia Line, and Jason Aldean sang too, making it a night packed with country music favorites. But Keith’s performance with Maren and Brett was one of the best because it showed off his skills and introduced two new stars to tons of people. It proved he loves mixing old country with new ideas.
Watch It Yourself
If you didn’t see it live, you can still find Keith Urban’s Wasted Time performance with Maren Morris and Brett Eldredge online. It’s a super fun video that people still talk about as one of the greatest moments from the CMT Music Awards!
