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Charley Pride + Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'

Charley Pride Hit Number One In 1971 With “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’”

In 1971, groundbreaking vocalist Charley Pride closed country music’s change-making slate of hit singles with “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’.”

Willie Nelson + Norah Jones + Crying Time

Willie Nelson and Norah Jones Perform “Crying Time” In Celebration of Ray Charles’ Genius

In 2008, country legend Willie Nelson shared the stage with singer Norah Jones and jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis to perform “Crying Time.”

Merle Haggard + Are the Good Times Really Over

Merle Haggard Laments “Are the Good Times Really Over” As He Reflects On Simpler Times

Catch all the pop culture references as Merle Haggard laments, “Are the Good Times Really Over”? and wishes a buck was still silver. 

Oliver Anthony Music's 'Rich Men North of Richmond'

Oliver Anthony Music And His Breakout Hot 100 Chart Topper “Rich Men North of Richmond”

Oliver Anthony Music went from no one to someone when his song “Rich Men of Richmond” went from uncharted straight to the top of the Hot 100.  

Reba Mcentire KFC Commercial

“It’s Finger-Lickin’ Good!” – Reba McEntire Stars As Colonel Sanders In KFC Commercial

Country singer Reba McEntire steps into the iconic white suit as she chicken tycoon Colonel Sanders in the 2018 series of KFC ads. Check it out.

Merle Haggard + Silver Wings

To Love And Let Go: The Story Of Merle Haggard’s “Silver Wings”

Country legend Merle Haggard sings of a melancholic story of loving and having to let go despite not wanting to in his 1969 track “Silver Wings.”

Garth Brooks + Ask Me How I Know

What Made “Ask Me How I Know” By Garth Brooks a Number-One Hit?

Here’s the reason why Garth Brooks’ song “Ask Me How I Know” topped the charts in 2017. 

Libby singing Coat of Many Colors

Five-Year-Old Libby’s Cute Cover of “Coat of Many Colors” by Dolly Parton

Libby Thacker’s cute cover of “Coat of Many Colors” by Dolly Parton earns thousands of views on YouTube. 

Lorrie Morgan + What Part of No

Lorrie Morgan’s “What Part of No” Is A Spirited Anthem Of Female Empowerment

Dear men, learn that “no” is a complete answer with one of Lorrie Morgan’s most successful hit songs, “What Part of No.” Listen to the tune here.

Beyoncé's Rendition of Jolene Honors Dolly Parton's Original Through Full Songwriting Credit

Dolly Parton Receives Sole Songwriting Credit On Beyoncé’s Reimagined Version Of “Jolene”

Beyoncé reworked the original version’s lyrics and even added a bridge, but she gave the songwriting credit solely to Dolly Parton. 

Morgan Wallen Arrested

Morgan Wallen Arrested For Allegedly Throwing A Chair Off The Roof Of A Bar In Nashville

According to Nashville police, Morgan Wallen is facing three felony counts of reckless endangerment and a disorderly conduct charge.

Beyonce and Willie Nelson Surprise Us with New Collaboration

Beyonce captivates pop and country music fans with Willie Nelson’s unexpected appearance and striking narratives on her latest album, Cowboy Carter.

Zach Bryan Mugshot

Zach Bryan’s Mugshot: A Frenzy of Jokes and Memes

Remember Zach Bryan's infamous mugshot? The internet still can't get over it! See the funniest fan reactions, why it's become a meme, and how it reflects on the outlaw country star.

Reba McEntire + Back to God

Reba McEntire shares Hope and Faith in the Christian Country Song “Back to God”

Reba McEntire’s powerful single, “Back to God,” inspires hope in dark times. 

Dolly Parton + Travelin' Thru

Dolly Parton Wrote and Performed “Travelin’ Thru” for “Transamerica” Movie

Dolly Parton’s transformative influence is solidified through the song “Travelin’ Thru,” which she wrote and performed for the movie “Transamerica” (2005). 

Osborne Brothers + Rocky Top

How Bluegrass song “Rocky Top” became Osborne Brothers’ Signature Song

The Osborne Brothers helped bring bluegrass into the American mainstream with songs like “Rocky Top.”

Simon & Garfunkel + Bridge over Troubled Water

Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge over Troubled Water” had Political Roots

The Simon & Garfunkel epic swansong, “Bridge Over Troubled Water”, composed by Paul Simon and sung by Art Garfunkel was born out of political sadness.

Kenny Chesney + You Had Me From Hello

Jerry Maguire film inspires Kenny Chesney’s slow-brewing ballad “You Had Me from Hello”

Jerry Maguire's iconic line to Dorothy Boyd inspired Kenny Chesney’s hit single “You Had Me from Hello.” 

Dolly Parton + Jesus and Gravity

Dolly Parton Credits her Faith in “Jesus and Gravity”

“Jesus and Gravity” shows how Dolly Parton’s faith brought her success. Find out how here. 

Billy Gilman + Oklahoma

Billy Gilman’s “Oklahoma” Speaks of Longing

“Oklahoma” by Billy Gilman tells a story of longing. Keep reading to know more.

Country’s Most-Loved Living Legends Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson Cameo in Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter

Country’s Most-Loved Living Legends Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson Cameo in Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter

The 27-track opus by Beyoncé features interludes by country music’s living legends, Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, and it’s honest-to-God good.

Lynn-Conway's As Soon As I Hang Up the Phone Covered by a 4-year old

Four-Year-Old Braydon’s Adorable Cover of “As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone”

Four-year-old Braydon has probably released one of the most adorable covers of Loretta Lynn’s greatest hit, “As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone.”

Dolly Parton Reacts to Beyonce's Jolene

Here’s What Dolly Parton Thinks Of Beyoncé’s Feisty Version Of “Jolene” In Cowboy Carter

Beyoncé put her feisty spin on the classic hit “Jolene,” and the original singer, Dolly Parton, couldn’t be more impressed with it. 

Buck Owens and the Buckaroos +I've Got a Tiger By the Tail

Buck Owens and the Buckaroos talks of a cautionary tale in “I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail”

Recognized as one of Owen’s signature songs, “I've Got a Tiger by the Tail” highlighted the Bakersfield sound in the music genre.

Patty Loveless + How Can I Help You Say Goodbye

Patty Loveless Shows What Letting Go Means with Somber “How Can I Help You Say Goodbye”

Saying goodbye is never easy, but Patty Loveless shows that comfort can be reached when she sings, “How Can I Help You Say Goodbye.” 

Neil Young + Southern Man

Neil Young’s “Southern Man” Remains True to the Times Today

“Southern Man” by Neil Young attempts to shed light on a dark moment in history. Find out more. 

Kelly Clarkson’s Suggestion That Revolutionized Taylor Swift's Career

From “Dumbest Idea Ever” to Billion Dollar Empire: How Kelly Clarkson Inadvertently Caused the Rise of Taylor’s Version

Did you know that Taylor’s Version was born from Kelly Clarkson’s insightful suggestion to re-record all the songs she didn’t own the masters?

Lainey Wilson's Butt

Lainey Wilson’s Butt Is Bootylicious In Her Viral TikTok Video And We Cannot Lie

Lainey Wilson's rear end went viral – but there's more to this rising country star than meets the eye. Learn about her music, career, and the buzz around her recent viral fame.

The Oak Ridge Boys + American Made

Appreciating The Beauty of Americans with The Oak Ridge Boys Hit Song “American Made”

The Oak Ridge Boys released an appreciation song for the American beauty titled “American Made,” here’s what you need to know about it. 

Hank Locklin + Send Me The Pillow You Dream On

Hank Locklin Shows Off His Music Mastery in His 1957 Hit “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On”

Hank Locklin released another hit song in 1957 titled “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On,” which teaches us how to move on.