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Travis Tritt Explains the Story Behind His Song ‘They Don’t Make ‘Em Like That No More’
In many ways, Travis Tritt’s latest release is a look back to a simpler time. Set in Stone sounds and…
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MusicNewsCarrie Underwood’s ‘The Girl You Think I Am’: Story Behind the Song She Wrote for Her Dad
by Josh LanierYou’ll never be as good as your parents think you are or as bad as you think you are. That’s…
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MusicNewsLuke Laird Tells Incredible Story Behind Writing Eric Church Mega Hit ‘Drink in My Hand’
Ten years ago Eric Church dropped his hit song “Drink in My Hand.” But what’s the story behind the song?…
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MusicNewsGeorge Strait’s ‘Love Without End, Amen’: Story Behind the Heartwarming No. 1 Hit
George Strait released the song “Love Without End, Amen” in April of 1990 as the lead single off his album…
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MusicNewsJohnny Cash’s ‘Folsom Prison Blues’: Story Behind His First Top 10 Country Hit
by Jim CaseyJohnny Cash scored his first Top 10 single with “Folsom Prison Blues” in 1956. The tune was the sophomore release…
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MusicNewsWillie Nelson’s ‘Seven Spanish Angels’: Story Behind the Iconic Song with Ray Charles
by Jacklyn KrolWhat is the story and inspiration behind Willie Nelson and Ray Charles’ track “Seven Spanish Angels”? The Song’s CreationTroy Seals…
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MusicNewsShania Twain’s ‘Any Man of Mine’: Story Behind the Unforgettable ’90s Hit
by Jacklyn Krol“Any Man of Mine” became an instant Shania Twain classic. Discover the story behind the country pop crossover.The Shania Twain…
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MusicNewsGeorge Stait’s ‘Pure Country’: Story Behind the 1990s Country Music Hit
by Kayla ZadelGeorge Strait is a man of many talents. In 1992, the Texan starred in a movie, named “Pure Country,” and…
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MusicNewsCarrie Underwood’s ‘Last Name’: Story Behind the Song Inspired by a Guy She Met at the Oscars
by Emily MorganCarrie Underwood released the song “Last Name” as the third single from her second studio album, Carnival Ride.After its release in…
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MusicNewsChris LeDoux’s ‘This Cowboy’s Hat’: Story Behind the Hit Western Ballad
Chris LeDoux might be one of the most important figures in modern country music. Without him, Garth Brooks wouldn’t be…
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MusicNewsGeorge Strait’s ‘I Can Still Make Cheyenne’: Story Behind the Heartbreaking Cowboy Song
There’s no question that country music legend George Strait has enjoyed outstanding success during his music career. After all, Strait…
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MusicNewsTim McGraw’s ‘Where the Green Grass Grows’: Story Behind the Hit Song About Going Back to Small Town Roots
Tim McGraw and his songs offer such an authentic experience to them. That’s what made “Where the Green Grass Grows,”…
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MusicNewsAlan Jackson’s ‘Gone Country’: Story Behind the Hit Song Celebrating ’90s Country’s Popularity Boom
“Gone Country” became Alan Jackson’s 10th number one hit song. But what’s the story behind the song?Alan Jackson’s “Gone Country,”…
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MusicNewsKenny Chesney’s ‘Back Where I Come From’: Story Behind the Song Celebrating Our Hometowns
by Keeli ParkeyKenny Chesney had a huge hit during the late 1990s with the song “Back Where I Come From.” But, do…
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MusicNewsPatsy Cline’s ‘I’ll Sail My Ship Alone’: Story Behind the Last Song She Ever Sang
by Will ShepardPatsy Cline is a country music icon and paved the way for so many to follow in her footsteps. In…
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MusicNewsReba McEntire’s ‘Can’t Even Get the Blues’: Story Behind the Country Icon’s First No. 1 Hit Song
It’s hard to think of Reba McEntire as anything but a superstar today. She was a huge part of the…
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MusicNewsAlan Jackson’s ‘Little Bitty’: Story Behind the Hit Song Celebrating Simple Things in Life
In October of 1996, country artist Alan Jackson released his song “Little Bitty.” It was his leading single for his…
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MusicNewsGeorge Strait’s ‘Fool Hearted Memory’: Story Behind the Heartbreaking Hit
During his longstanding career in country music, George Strait has had 60 No. 1 hits.It’s an astounding number and more…
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MusicNewsAlan Jackson’s Emotional Hit ‘Remember When’: Story Behind the Country Tune
Alan Jackson gets tender in his classic song “Remember When” back in 2001. Featured on his “Greatest Hits Volume II,”…
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MusicNewsCarrie Underwood’s ‘Wasted’: Story Behind the No. 1 Song
Fourteen years ago, country superstar Carrie Underwood released her number-one hit song, “Wasted.” Underwood released the song in 2007 as…
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MusicNewsWillie Nelson’s ‘Shotgun Willie’: The Insane Story Behind the Iconic Track
Different people associate Willie Nelson with different things. Some go straight to his iconic musical career. Others might think of…
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MusicNewsSammy Kershaw’s Timeless Hit ‘Queen of My Double Wide Trailer’: Story Behind the Song
Sammy Kershaw told the story of “Queen of My Double Wide Trailer” with a wink straight to the camera.Singing about…
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MusicNewsConway Twitty and Loretta Lynn’s ‘After the Fire Is Gone’: Story Behind the Song
Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty’s song, “After the Fire Is Gone,” only helped to further ignite each artist’s burning impact…
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MusicNewsToby Keith’s ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’: Story Behind the Country Legend’s Breakout Hit Song
by Emily MorganIn 1993, Toby Keith dropped his single, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” which became the most-played country song of the era.In…
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MusicNewsMerle Haggard’s ‘Misery and Gin’: Story Behind the Heartbreaking Drinking Song
They say you can’t find happiness at the bottom of a bottle. Country singer Merle Haggard knows that better than…
