Hailey James has garnered recognition as a 5-time AWARD WINNER from the Midwest Country Music Organization, receiving prestigious titles such as 2023 and 2022 Female Vocalist and Songwriter of the Year, as well as the 2021 Midwest CMO New Artist and Song of the Year for her track "Wide Awake." On top of Midwest awards, Hailey won 'Vocalist of the Year - Modern Country Female' at the Josie Music Awards held at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN in 2024.