For years now, country music has not always been deemed musically tasteful to many. Most people I have asked even deny any association or liking for the genre. And yes, many country songs are about beer, women, and trucks, but then again, these themes don't guarantee a hillbilly anthem will be born. Just as with any genre, there are good songs and there are bad ones. The good ones, however, are good ones regardless of which music category they fall under on iTunes. Here are 10 country songs even country music critics may secretly enjoy!
1) Burning House by Cam
The emotional song Burning House has a tune that is hard to get out of your head, which makes it hard to believe that it isn't already on everyone's playlist. Maybe it is the Southern accent that gets the critics' panties in a twist. No matter what, this song is one you'll want to put on replay!
2) Lullaby by Dixie Chicks
This soothing lullaby is too hypnotic to fully realize its country origin for those not familiarized with the genre! What a beautiful piece of music for anyone with a soft spot.
3) Tim McGraw by Taylor Swift
Before Taylor Swift became a world-wide pop icon she was a country singer with songs just as addictive as her more recent work! She proves that true musical talent is not missing from the Country music genre!
4) Without You by Keith Urban
This is a wickedly beautiful love song, and to be honest, I did not realize it was a Country song until I found out the artist. It is addictive and so utterly relatable!
5) Colder Weather by Zac Brown Band
Get your tissues ready! This song's music video stars the handsome Australian actor Liam Hemsworth who is sure to make you forget the word "country." Colder Weather is sure to be a favorite!
6) Remember When by Alan Jackson
Talk about nostalgia!!! Whether or not you're a fan of Country, we can all relate to growing up, aging, and treasuring our memories. This one just fills you with a need to appreciate every moment on this planet!
7) People Are Crazy by Billy Currington
You may not believe in God or think beer is good, but we can all agree that people are crazy! This song tells a creative story with a tune sure to get stuck in your head.
8) If I Die Young by The Band Perry
So many radio stations played this killer country hit when it was first released even though it fell under the Country category. Maybe everyone could truly appreciate the lyrical ingenuity and meaning behind the song itself. This one is stunning and sure to make the critics question their dislike of Country music!
9) Forever And For Always by Shania Twain
Shania Twain knows how to make your heart soar with happiness! This is one of my personal favorites, and don't worry, your friends won't even realize she's a Country singer. A good song is a good song!
10) Girl Crush by Little Big Town
Girl Crush is an emotional and beautiful melody showing the unfortunate curse of loving someone who doesn't love you the way they do someone else. This song sums it up perfectly!
11) Need You Now by Lady Antebellum
Here is another hit that was played on many radio stations that normally do not shine the spotlight on Country music. Need You Now is a home-run song for sure!
12) Whiskey Lullaby by Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss
This lullaby duet is sure to soothe an aching heart with raw emotion and skillful vocals. No matter your music preference, this is a great piece of art!
13) You're Still The One by Shania Twain
Shania Twain does it again with her painfully mesmerizing love songs that are so far from Country music stereotypes that you'll be wishing your favorite radio station would play her all the time!
14) Stay by Sugarland
Although the Southern accent is quite obvious, it is hard to imagine anything more gripping and heartbreaking than listening to Sugarland express her grief. This one will leave you in tears and with a new song on your playlist!
15) Teardrops On My Guitar by Taylor Swift
It's difficult to deny the amazing talent of Taylor Swift even back in her country music days. Here is yet another example of a great song of hers that can be argued not to be a Country song at all!
