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Kenny Rogers was born in Houston, Texas, in 1938. He began his career as a country music singer in the 1960s. He achieved his breakthrough success with the release of his 1976 album The Gambler, which included the hit single “Lucille.” “She Believes in Me” was written by Ronnie McDowell in 1977. McDowell was a … Read more
Merle Haggard was born and raised in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He grew up in a working-class family and experienced poverty and hardship. As a young man, Haggard was arrested and sent to prison for several years. After his release, he began his career as a country music singer. “Okie from Muskogee” was written in 1969, at … Read more
“D-I-V-O-R-C-E” is a country music song written by Bill Mack and recorded by Tammy Wynette. It was released in 1968 as a B-side to her single “Your Love Is a Heartache.” However, the song’s popularity quickly surpassed its A-side, and it became Wynette’s signature song, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart … Read more
Wayland Holyfield wrote “You’re My Best Friend” in the early 1970s. He was inspired to write the song after a conversation with his wife, Betty. Holyfield wanted to write a song that expressed the deep love and affection he felt for his wife. Don Williams was a country music singer who was known for his … Read more
Crystal Gayle was born in Pikeville, Kentucky, in 1952. She began singing at a young age and was signed to RCA Records in 1970. Her first hit single, “Don’t It Make My Heart Ache,” was released in 1974 and reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Gayle’s career continued to gain momentum … Read more
Allen Toussaint wrote “Southern Nights” in 1975 as a tribute to his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana. The song is a mix of R&B, soul, and funk, and it features a catchy melody and a soulful vocal performance. Toussaint originally recorded the song for his 1975 album, Southern Nights, which was a critical and commercial … Read more
Dolly Parton wrote “To Daddy” in the mid-1970s as a tribute to her father, Robert Lee Parton. Parton was raised in a poor family in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, and her father was a hard-working man who did everything he could to provide for his family. Parton has said that her father was a … Read more
“L.A. International Airport” is a country music song that was released in 1971 by singer Susan Raye. It was written by Leanne Scott and became Raye’s signature song, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Country Singles chart and number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song’s popularity can be attributed to its relatable lyrics … Read more
“My Woman, My Woman, My Wife” by Marty Robbins: A Timeless Tribute to Love Background “My Woman, My Woman, My Wife” is a classic country ballad written and recorded by American country music singer Marty Robbins. Released in 1970, the song quickly became a major hit, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles … Read more
Background “Rollin’ with the Flow” is a classic country song released in 1977 by American singer-songwriter Charlie Rich. It was the title track of his album of the same name and became his eighth number-one single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song also crossed over to the adult contemporary charts, peaking at … Read more