Stoughton Resident Nominated for Song of the Year Grammy

STOUGHTON, MA — February could be a big month for Stoughton native Lori McKenna if the voters for the Grammy Awards go her way.

McKenna’s song Girl Crush, performed by Little Big Town, was nominated for Song of the Year, Best Country Duo/Group Performance, and Best Country Song. As one of the writers, she would receive a trophy if the track wins Song of the Year and Best Country Song.

In November, McKenna, Hillary Lindsey, and Liz Rose picked up the Song of the Year award at the Country Music Awards.

The song has been one of McKenna’s biggest hits, selling nearly 2 million copies, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, and peaking at No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100.

McKenna has become a regular writing for country stars. In addition to her work with Little Big Country, Carrie Underwood; Reba McIntyre; Keith Urban; and Hunter Hayes are just some of the artists that have written songs with her.

Photo: Hillary Lindsey, Lori McKenna, and Liz Rose accepting the CMA for Song of the Year. Credit: Country Music Awards