Elvis Presley – Have A Happy
admin Introduction: While Elvis Presley is synonymous with electrifying rock and roll anthems and soulful ballads, his repertoire also embraced a surprising gospel influence. Have A Happy, released in 1970, exemplifies…
Elvis Presley – An American Trilogy
Introduction: In 1972, the already iconic Elvis Presley incorporated a unique and powerful medley into his live performances. Titled An American Trilogy, this wasn’t your typical pop song. Instead, it…
Elvis Presley – It’s Over
Introduction: While not originally a song by the King himself, Elvis Presley’s rendition of “It’s Over” became a defining moment in his career. The song, written by Jimmie Rodgers, was…
George Jones – Choices
Introduction: Country music legend George Jones released “Choices” in 1999 as the lead single from his album, The Cold Hard Truth. The song, written by Billy Yates and Mike Curtis,…
Alan Jackson – I Love To Tell The Story
Introduction: Country music icon Alan Jackson isn’t known for straying far from his signature sound – a blend of traditional country instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling. But in 2006, with the…
Gene Watson – Build My Mansion
Introduction: Build My Mansion, released in 1975, is a cornerstone of classic country music. The song, a heartfelt ballad, showcases the distinctive vocals of country singer Gene Watson. Watson, known…
Jimmy Buffett & Toby Keith – Too Drunk To Karaoke
Introduction: Too Drunk To Karaoke, released in 2013, is a collaborative effort between two country music giants: Jimmy Buffett and Toby Keith. The song blends their distinct styles to create…
Merle Haggard – “It’s Not Love” (But It’s Not Bad)
Introduction: “It’s Not Love (But It’s Not Bad)”, released in 1972, is a country music classic recorded by the legendary Merle Haggard and his backing band The Strangers. The song,…
Elvis Presley – Young and Beautiful
Introduction: In 1957, a year that would solidify Elvis Presley‘s status as a rock and roll icon, a different side of the singer emerged with the ballad “Young and Beautiful”.…
Gene Watson – Fourteen Carat Mind
Introduction: Released in 1981, “Fourteen Carat Mind” isn’t your typical country song about heartbreak. Sure, there’s a touch of longing and a lament for a lost love, but beneath the…