10 Songs That Will Have Anyone Singing Along
Country music is one of those genres that people either love or hate. One of the interesting things about the overall greatness of country music, is that it is timeless, making it hard for anyone to narrow down the best songs into 10 of the best. Every list that is attempted will be different, but here are 10 songs that should get anyone feeling great and singing along. Ok, some are sad, but they are worth mentioning. Whether you agree with the list or not, you can agree with the fact that the following are some of the best country songs, past, present, and some might even say future.
The Best Country Songs break down as follow:
1. Coal Miner’s Daughter by Loretta Lynn – This heart wrenching song of autobiographical nature really set the charts on fire for all that heard it. Loretta Lynn really set the stage for her amazing career with this number one hit, that would eventually set up a stage for her life story to be made into a feature length film. This single will have anyone tapping their feet, but listening to the words, as they are quite genuine and real.
2. Islands in the Stream by Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers - While some people might be quick to judge this one, upon hearing it, believers will be made. This duet really captured the soul and spirit of love and country music with two of the biggest names ever. The contrast of styles really shines through, making this song a must hear and own for any fan of country.
3. How Do You Like Me Now?! by Toby Keith – Modern country isn’t always great, but Toby Keith really put his heart on his sleeve for this one. This song really speaks to anyone that has ever loved and lost, and then made it big. Toby pushes the boundaries here and sticks it in the face of his former love asking the ultimate guy question.
4. All-American Girl by Carrie Underwood – Carrie Underwood really shook things up recently with this song showcasing that the heart of country sometimes is in the mind and soul of an All American Girl. The catchy tune really is quite the song, especially for modern country.
5. Because of You by Reba McEntire - Reba put her heart on her sleeve in this one, and once again scored a hit, no one can deny that the soul of the singer is alive and well. Reba really did in fact make a joyful noise here, and made a tear drop from even the most hardened of hearts.
6. Don’t Blink by Kenny Chesney - Kenny Chesney carved himself a hit here with a wonderful song dedicated to love. Who said country didn’t have a heart? Wow, it’s not all trucks and blue jeans after all.
7. A Boy Named Sue by Johnny Cash – Johnny Cash was bound to make it on the list, but choosing a song that would fit was tough. A Boy Named Sue was one of the Man in Black’s top hits, so he lands on the chart here, as one of the best songs to be placed in the country category.
8. Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys by Waylon Jennings & Willie Nelson – Two of the best at what they do shine here in one cautionary tale to all mothers that are letting their sons grow up with the country mentality.
9. Stand by Your Man by Tamy Wynette – Women, a call to you is found here, stand by your man through thick and thin.
10. The Gambler by Kenny Rogers - Last but not least, Kenny Rogers details the greatest thing to remember when playing cards: you gotta know when to hold them, and when to fold them.