Sandee Facy Shines at the 2025 Australian Songwriters Association Awards

Sandee Facy has once again proven her place as one of Australia’s most compelling and emotionally resonant storytellers, taking home top honours at the 2025 Australian Songwriters Association (ASA) Awards. In a night that celebrated excellence, craft and authenticity in songwriting, Sandee’s talent rose unmistakably to the forefront, earning her multiple wins and cementing her status as a songwriter whose impact continues to grow across the country.

The ASA Awards are widely regarded as one of Australia’s most prestigious platforms for emerging and established songwriters, recognising the art of songwriting in its purest form. For Sandee—an artist known for her heartfelt narratives, soulful vocal delivery and ability to capture the human condition in just a few beautifully crafted lines—this recognition marks a significant milestone.

Scooping the pool in the Country category for the Australian Songwriting Association Awards 2025, Sandee took out 1st place for “Lipstick & Boots”, a co-write between Sandee and Michael Saleta and Lynn Wilbank, as well as 2nd place for “Ain’t My First Rodeo”, another co-write between Sandee & Michael Saleta.

Sandee’s award-winning songs stood out for their emotional depth, melodic strength, and the honesty that has become her signature. Whether exploring themes of love, resilience, heartbreak or hope, her writing connects with audiences through vivid imagery and a truth that feels lived-in and relatable. Judges praised her ability to blend traditional songwriter sensibilities with contemporary country and Americana influences, creating songs that feel both timeless and refreshingly modern.

Speaking after the ceremony, Sandee expressed gratitude for the honour and for the community that has supported her songwriting journey. She paid tribute to her co-writers, musicians and the Australian songwriting community, describing the win as “a moment that reflects years of heart, hard work and trusting the stories that needed to be told.”

These wins arrive at an exciting time in Sandee’s career. With new music on the horizon, an expanding fan base and increasing national attention, the ASA Awards serve not as a culmination, but as a powerful stepping stone. They shine a spotlight on an artist who continues to evolve, inspire, and write with authenticity and courage.

For Sandee Facy, the future has never looked brighter—nor sounded better.