About the Song Toby Keith’s “If A Man Answers” is more than just a country song; it’s a slice of Americana that encapsulates a particular moment […]
Month: October 2024
The Highwaymen – Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys
About the Song Outlaw Wisdom in The Highwaymen – Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys When The Highwaymen—the iconic group composed […]
“Help Me Make It Through the Night” (American Outlaws: Live at Nassau Coliseum, 1990)
About the Song The year was 1990. Country music was at a crossroads, with the slick, pop-infused sounds of the “Urban Cowboy” era giving way […]
The Highwaymen – “(Ghost) Riders In the Sky”
About the Song There are songs that simply transcend time, weaving themselves into the fabric of a culture. “(Ghost) Riders In the Sky (American Outlaws: […]
Patsy Cline – Crazy (1961)
Patsy Cline, a prominent figure in country music, released her iconic song “Crazy” in 1961. Written by Willie Nelson and composed by Jimmy Revard, the […]
“Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man” – Loretta Lynn & Conway Twitty (1973)
The iconic country duet “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man” was released in 1973 by the legendary country music duo, Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty. This song […]
“Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” – Charley Pride (1970)
Charley Pride, a groundbreaking country music artist, released “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” in 1970. Pride, who was Black, faced significant racial barriers in […]
“If You Love Me (Let Me Know)” – Olivia Newton-John (1974)
Olivia Newton-John, an Australian-born singer and actress, released “If You Love Me (Let Me Know)” in 1974 as the lead single from her eponymous album. […]
“On the Road Again” – Willie Nelson (1979)
“On the Road Again” is a classic country song written and originally recorded by Willie Nelson in 1979. It quickly became a signature tune for […]
How Do You Like Me Now?! – Toby Keith
“How Do You Like Me Now?!” is a country music anthem released in 1999 by American singer-songwriter Toby Keith. It served as the title track […]