![]() Remember When -considered one of Jackson's best songs, Remember When is about a man reminiscing about his first love.(2003) Blue Ridge Mountain Song -from Jackson's bluegrass album, Blue Ridge Mountain Song showcases bluegrass elements.(2013) Drive -highlighting the breadth and relatability of country music, Drive is about the narrator driving. He has since released 15 studio albums, 3 Greatest Hits albums, 2 Christmas albums, 2 gospel albums, and a bluegrass album. One of the most prolific country singers of all time, Alan Jackson has been recording albums since 1983. So Small -much of Underwood's music is inspirational, including So Small.(2007) Something In The Water -this song shows the spiritual side of country music.(2014) She is one of the best in female country music. One of the few winners of the show to actually become successful, Underwood has released five studio albums and ten years later continues to top the charts. This song tells the story of a young man being buried at Arlington National Cemetary.(2005)Ĭarrie Underwood rose to fame after winning the singing show American Idol in 2005. (1996) You're Gonna Miss This -another song full of emotion and one that many can relate to as they grow up.(2010) Arlington -country music often focuses on patriotic themes and honoring America's armed forces. Every Light In The House Is On -a song about a man whose wife left him, this song shows the emotional depth of country music. Recording since 1995, Trace Adkins is known for his baritone singing voice and powerful lyrics. ![]() This song shows both lyrics from the beginning of country music (1950s), but the sounds of today. (2014) Ramblin' Man -a remake of the original song by Hank Williams, the father of country music. Ready to Roll -the unsual combination of an upright bass and a dance beat, but that is the essence of Ruthie Collins. Known for trying to create a vintage sound while blending in modern elements, Ruthie shows how old can be made new in country music. Ruthie Collins is still an up-and-comer in the country music industry. (2010) Goodbye In Her Eyes -a change from the topics explored so far, Goodbye in Her Eyes showcases the emotion that country music can hold and also shows the variation in subject matter just from one band. Knee Deep -in a collaboration with country star Jimmy Buffet, Knee Deep highlights the sun and sand aspect of country music, as opposed to the rolling hills low country style of Darius Rucker. Their music typically highlights fiddles and has fast, upbeat tempos. (2014)įormed in 2002 and led by namesake Zac Brown, the Zac Brown Band is a 7 member ensemble with sounds similar to that of Lynyrd Skynyrd, but with more emphasis on the country than on the rock. (2015) Homegrown Honey -similar to Southern Style and Low Country but with a stronger bass sound, Homegrown Honey tells the story of a country girl in a New York City bar. (2015) Low Country -dreamy natural landscape of the South. (2013) Southern Style -a song about a a southern girl who embodies all the style of the South rarely seen in New York. The swinging beat echoes the rolling lyrics. ![]() Wagon Wheel -A remake of the original song by Bob Dylan, Wagon Wheel sounds exactly like what Rucker is singing about. Rucker is an example of the sounds of South Carolina. His solo career finally picked up in 2008 and he is now one of the most popular voices in country music. Darius Ruckerĭarius Rucker began his career as the lead singer of Hootie and the Blowfish before going solo in 2002. Sweet Home Alabama -characterizes southern country rock sounds (1974). Lynyrd Skynyrd popularized southern rock. Follow the links below to begin your country music journey! Lynyrd Skynyrd The following samples are meant to show the variation in country music. ![]() There are also some lessons on common courtesy embedded in country songs from which New Yorkers might learn a thing or two. Country music teaches how to live life to the fullest. Some have written off the genre as a whole, but variations in style and lyrics make country a broad category in which everyone can find a place. Themes of hard work, love and patriotism can appeal to anyone, even a New Yorker. Though there is something to be said for the grit of New Yorkers, there is nothing like the down-home roots of country music. New Yorkers are the opposite - in the words of Jay-Z, they have an Empire State of mind. I said, "Please forgive me - I'm in a Southern State of Mind." -Darius Rucker, Southern State of MindĪs pointed out in Darius Rucker's song, New York City is definitely not in a "southern state of mind". She said we don't have that here and I apologized. You should've seen the waitress's face when I ordered sweet tea. "I was up in New York City, just the other week. ![]() Country Music for the New Yorker Country Music for the New Yorker ![]()
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