`` I can not believe this ; I really did n't expect it , '' said the denim-clad singer upon besting Sheryl Crow , Kacey Musgraves , Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood for the Female Vocalist honor . Miranda Lambert won ` We Were Us '' . George Strait was also a big winner thanks to their duet , ` Female Vocalist of the Year for the fifth year in a row Miranda Lambert was awarded the night 's top trophy , Female Vocalist of the Year for the fifth year in a row .
Miranda Lambert won ` We Were Us '' . George Strait was also a big winner thanks to their duet , ` Female Vocalist of the Year for the fifth year in a row Miranda Lambert was awarded the night 's top trophy , Female Vocalist of the Year for the fifth year in a row .