About The Song Background “Rollin’ with the Flow,” a quintessential country ballad, was released in 1977 by the legendary Charlie Rich. The song, penned by Jerry Hayes, quickly ascended to the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, marking Rich’s eighth number-one hit. Interestingly, it was initially recorded by T.G. Sheppard, but Rich’s interpretation … Read more
About The Song Background “About Her Eyes” is a timeless song penned by the iconic singer-songwriter Jerry Jeff Walker. Released in 1969 as part of his album Five Years Gone, the track has since become a cornerstone of Walker’s repertoire and a beloved gem in the Americana music canon. Jerry Jeff Walker, a native Texan, … Read more
About The Song Background Ray Price, often hailed as the “King of the Country Crooners,” released Night Life in 1963. This album marked a significant turning point in his career, solidifying his status as a leading figure in country music. Prior to Night Life, Price had already established himself as a respected artist, but this … Read more
About The Song Background “Heartaches by the Number,” a timeless classic in the country music canon, was released in 1959 as the B-side to the single “I’m Still Here to Please You.” However, it was this poignant ballad that captured the hearts of listeners and ascended to the number two spot on the Billboard Country … Read more
About The Song Background “Drinkin’ Thing” is a country ballad penned by Wayne Carson and brought to life by the soulful voice of Gary Stewart. Released in May 1974 as the lead single from his album “Out of Hand,” the song quickly resonated with audiences, climbing to the number 10 spot on the U.S. Billboard … Read more
About The Song Background “She’s Actin’ Single (I’m Drinkin’ Doubles)” is a classic country song penned by Wayne Carson and brought to life by the soulful voice of Gary Stewart. Released in March 1975 as the third and final single from the album “Out of Hand,” the track quickly ascended the country charts, ultimately claiming … Read more
About The Song Background “This Ain’t My First Rodeo” is a classic country song co-written and recorded by the revered American country music artist, Vern Gosdin. Released in July 1990 as the lead single from his compilation album 10 Years of Greatest Hits, the song quickly became a staple in the country music repertoire. The … Read more
About The Song Background “Set ‘Em Up Joe” is a poignant country ballad penned by Dean Dillon and Vern Gosdin himself. Released in 1988 as the second single from Gosdin’s album “Chiseled in Stone,” it quickly ascended to the top of the country charts, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the genre. The … Read more
About The Song Background Released in August 1975, “Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way” by Waylon Jennings wasn’t just a song; it was a statement. The track served as the lead single for Jennings’ album Dreaming My Dreams and became his fourth number one hit on the country charts as a solo artist. … Read more
About The Song Background “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)” is a country song released in 1977. Though Willie Nelson is often associated with the song due to its frequent inclusion in his live sets and its thematic connection to his persona, it was actually recorded by Waylon Jennings for his album “Ol’ … Read more