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Jim Croce’s “I’ll Have to Say I Love You in a Song” Comes With A Romantic Story Behind

“I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song” is a Jim Croce song written in 1973 in the album I Got a Name. The song was released after Jim Croce and five others died in a plane crash in Louisiana, at the age of 30.

How Carrie Underwood Handled Her Gift Purchase Dilemma

'I am not a good gift-giver,' Carrie Underwood explained. She feels overwhelmed on what to get for people on her bucket list, and what's stressing her more is the fact that she has to give the benefit of the doubt as she shops online this year.

Dolly Parton’s Inconsolable Over Charley Pride’s Death

Among Charley Pride's friends, none could be in greater sorrow than country star Dolly Parton. For the whole course of this year, Parton had to say goodbye to some of her closest friends.

Dolly Parton Salutes Women Songwriters at the 2020 Billboard Women in Music Event

Honored for her prowess in terms of songwriting on Billboard 2020 Women in Music event just this December 10, Dolly Parton did something that most awardees wouldn't. She used her spotlight to give a shout-out to other women aspiring to be just like her.

The Classic Hymn “In My Father’s House” Will Surely Rouse Your Spirit

"In My Father's House" is a gospel song based on the book of John (14:2). Elvis Presley recorded a version of it on his 1960 album, His Hands in Mine.

Blake Shelton Teamed Up With His Mom for the Holiday Song “Time for Me to Come Home”

In 2012, Blake Shelton invited his mother on stage and they performed the song that they wrote together called “Time for Me to Come Home.”

Taylor Swift Drops “Evermore,” Sister Album to “Folklore”

This Thursday, Taylor Swift surprised all of us with her announcement that she will be dropping her ninth full studio album, "Evermore."

One Of The Most Emotional Songs Bill Anderson Ever Released, “Still”

“Still” is Bill Anderson’s second number one and signature song. Those who have lost love and couldn’t get through it will certainly relate to this song easily.

Cristy Lane's "One Day at a Time" Will Keep You Going Despite Today's Hardships

Cristy Lane’s “One Day at a Time” Will Keep You Going Despite Today’s Hardships

This gospel hit of Christy Lane in 1980 was written by Kris Kristofferson and Marijohn Wilkin. Marilyn Sellars was the first one to record this song.

Hottest Country Songs of 2020

CHECK IT OUT: Country Artists Who Topped this Year’s Billboard Country Charts

Billboard has dropped the names of the top country artists of this year with Luke Combs on the lead.

Throwback To Jim Reeves’ Most Enduring Song, “Distant Drums” 

“Distant Drums” was among Jim Reeves' singles released posthumously. It was the most successful of these records being his only UK No. 1 hit.

Blake Shelton Opens Up About Wedding Plans with Gwen Stefani in 2021

From a dodgy Blake Shelton, he becomes someone unafraid to drop the big guns by facing 'that' question head-on.

Congratulations to Rhonda Vincent for Her Opry Induction!

The addition of Rhonda Vincent into the Grand Ole Opry family adds to the many great reasons why Opry is one of the much-awaited shows to watch out for!

In Memory of Busbee: Listen to Carly Pearce’ “Show Me Around”

Sympathy from Busbee’s closest friends and frequent collaborators filled the internet. But as for Carly Pearce, she took another route in giving tribute to her friend. With the help of Emily Shackleton and Ben West, they channeled their sadness into the lyrics of a heart-tugging song, “Show Me Around.”

Florida Georgia Line to Release ‘Life Rolls On,’ Their Musical Journey Memento

It’s been a long way since the Florida Georgia Line duo of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley started their music career in 2010. As they prepare to release their latest album, they just can’t help but remember the milestones they reached over the years.

Don Williams Went Through An Unrequited Love In "Some Broken Hearts Never Mend"

Don Williams Went Through An Unrequited Love In “Some Broken Hearts Never Mend”

The “Gentle Giant” Don Williams' “Some Broken Hearts Never Mend” can touch your hearts with its soft, jivey harmony. And will definitely move you.

Don Williams And Emmylou Harris Showed Perfect Chemistry in “If I Needed You”

Don Williams and Emmy Lou Harris collaborated to record "If I Needed You" which is one of the greatest country love songs of all time. Their voices voices matched perfectly and the song just came out so satisfying and soothing.

You Will See Playing Cards Differently After Listening to Tex Ritter’s “The Deck of Cards”

"The Deck of Cards" is a recitation song recorded and performed by Tex Ritter and penned by T. Texas Tyler. This is about a soldier who attended the church and was caught by the marshal with his deck of cards. Asked why he has his cards with him inside the church, he explained each representation of the cards.

Tracy Lawrence’s 15th Virtual Turkey Fry & Benefit Concert ‘Outperforms’ Previous Records Raising $125,000

Nothing spells country better than good music and a good heart. Here, we highlight Tracy Lawrence as he gets his 15th annual Mission Possible Turkey Fry on the move, helping 3,000 families fill their bellies.

Luke Combs and a Dozen More Country Singers Listed on Billboard’s Top 100 Artists of 2020

As Billboard revealed its all-genre Top 100 Artists of 2020, country music is well represented with over a dozen of artists included this year. Billboard's Top 100 artists are based on an artist’s activity on various Billboard charts from November 23, 2019 to November 14, 2020.

Toby Keith Played As A Patron Of A Local Bar With His Hit Song “I Love This Bar”

There is that one place that we keep on patronizing. Also, some of us repeatedly go back to that place because of some aspects.

Morgan Wallen’s “7 Summers” Included in TIME’s Best Songs of the Year

The ballad “7 Summers” was written by Morgan Wallen with Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally. The song will be featured in Wallen’s early 2021 project “Dangerous: The Double Album.”