NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Latino artists are making their mark at this year's CMA Fest, bringing their cultural heritage and unique sounds to the heart of country music.

Mexican American artist MŌRIAH kicked off the festival with a mariachi rendition of the national anthem, setting the tone for a week that celebrates diversity in country music.

"I always tell myself, and I tell my team, we're not crazy, we're just first. We're not crazy, we're just first," MŌRIAH said.

For MŌRIAH, performing at CMA Fest represents more than just a career milestone.

"To start and launch the entire week like it felt like a real honor," she said.

Her music is deeply influenced by her family's immigrant experience.

"It took a lot of generations to get to this place where I get to sing for a living. I get

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