“If Hollywood Don’t Need You (Honey, I Still Do)” is a country song performed by Don Williams. It was released in 1982 as a single from his album “Listen to the Radio.” The song was written by Bob McDill, one of the prolific songwriters in country music. The lyrics of the song convey a message … Read more
“Long Black Train” is a country gospel song performed by Josh Turner. Released in 2003 as the title track of his debut album, the song marked Josh Turner’s breakthrough and became one of his most well-known and successful tracks. The lyrics of “Long Black Train” use a metaphorical train to represent the temptations and struggles … Read more
“Green, Green Grass of Home” is a country song originally performed by Porter Wagoner. It was written by Claude “Curly” Putman Jr. and was first recorded by Johnny Darrell in 1965. However, it was Porter Wagoner’s rendition that gained more prominence. Porter Wagoner released his version of “Green, Green Grass of Home” in 1965 as … Read more
“Blue Clear Sky” is a country song by George Strait. It was released in 1996 as the title track and lead single from his album “Blue Clear Sky.” The song was written by Bob DiPiero, John Jarrard, and Mark D. Sanders. Here’s some information about the song: “Blue Clear Sky” is an upbeat and traditional … Read more
“Watermelon Crawl” is a country song performed by Tracy Byrd. It was released in 1994 as the third single from his album “No Ordinary Man.” The song was written by Buddy Brock and Zack Turner. The lyrics of “Watermelon Crawl” describe a popular dance move called the watermelon crawl, a playful and rhythmic dance that … Read more
“The Ballad of Ira Hayes” is a poignant and socially conscious country song written by folk singer Peter La Farge and performed by Johnny Cash. The song is part of Cash’s album “Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian,” released in 1964. Here’s some information about the song: The lyrics of “The Ballad of Ira … Read more
“That Summer” is a song by Garth Brooks, released in 1993 as the third single from his album “The Chase.” The song was written by Garth Brooks, Pat Alger, and Sandy Mahl, Brooks’ then-wife. “That Summer” is a poignant country ballad that tells the story of a young man’s coming-of-age experience during a summer romance. … Read more
“The Fightin’ Side of Me” is a country song by Merle Haggard, released in 1970. The song was written by Merle Haggard. “The Fightin’ Side of Me” is known for its patriotic and controversial lyrics, expressing a conservative viewpoint during a time of social and political unrest in the United States, particularly during the Vietnam … Read more
“1982” is a country song performed by Randy Travis. It was released in 1985 as the second single from his debut album “Storms of Life.” The song was written by Buddy Blackmon and Vip Vipperman. The lyrics of “1982” nostalgically reflect on the year 1982 and the memories associated with it. The song recounts the … Read more
“Streets of Bakersfield” is a country song originally recorded by Buck Owens in 1973 and later covered as a duet by Dwight Yoakam and Buck Owens in 1988. The song became a major hit and is considered one of the signature tracks for both artists. In the original version by Buck Owens, the lyrics tell … Read more