Country Music Hits of the 1980s
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A blog dedicated to country music hits of the 1980s. Featuring song lists, artist information, and more.
Introduction
The 1980s was a decade of transition for country music. The industry saw the rise of new artists, the fall of traditionalists, and the breakout of crossover acts. This decade also saw a number of changes in the charting system, with airplay becoming increasingly important.
The following is a list of the top country music hits of the 1980s, as compiled by Billboard magazine.
1. “Forever and Ever, Amen” – Randy Travis
2. “Here Comes My Baby” – The Judds
3. “I Will Always Love You” – Dolly Parton
4. “Lucille” – Kenny Rogers
5. “My Heart Will Never Know” – Keith Whitley
6. “She’s in Love with the Boy” – Trisha Yearwood
7. “The Gambler” – Kenny Rogers
8. “Through the Years” – Kenny Rogers
9. “Why Don’t We Just Dance” – Josh Turner
The 1980s were a big decade for country music
The 1980s were a big decade for country music, with the genre seeing a huge surge in popularity. This was partly due to the massive success of artists like Randy Travis and Alabama, who dominated the charts throughout the decade.
Other popular country artists of the 1980s included George Strait, Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks, and Clint Black. The 1980s also saw the rise of country-pop crossover artists like Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, who had massive mainstream success with their hits “Islands in the Stream” and “9 to 5”, respectively.
The 1980s were definitely a golden era for country music, and many of the hits from that decade have gone on to become timeless classics.
Some of the biggest hits of the 1980s
In the 1980s, country music continued to be a force on the pop charts, with artists like Juice Newton, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Alabama, and Barbara Mandrell all having crossover hits. On the country charts, a new generation of artists was coming to the fore, including George Strait, Randy Travis, Tammy Wynette, Dwight Yoakam, and Ricky Skaggs. The following list includes some of the biggest hits of the 1980s.
-“9 to 5” by Dolly Parton
-“I Told You So” by Randy Travis
-“Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys” by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings
-“The Heart Won’t Lie” by Reba McEntire and Vince Gill
-“Forever and Ever, Amen” by Randy Travis
-“I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston
The artists that made these hits
Some of the artists that made these hits were George Strait, Alabama, Reba McEntire, and Randy Travis. These artists helped to shape the sound of country music in the 1980s and their songs remain popular today.
Why these hits were so popular
It is no secret that the 1980s were a big decade for country music. The genre exploded in popularity during this time, with artists like Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Kenny Rogers becoming household names. But what made these hits so popular? Let’s take a look at a few factors.
First, the 1980s were a time of great social change. This was the era of Ronald Reagan and the Cold War, but it was also a time of increasing acceptance of minorities and women in society. This social change is reflected in the country music of the time, which often dealt with topics like racism and sexism in a frank and honest way.
Second, the 1980s saw the rise of MTV and other music video channels. This gave country artists a new way to reach audiences, and many of them took advantage of it with hugely successful music videos. Artists like Nashville growing up in the 80’s remember video channels like CMT constantly playing on TV’s in our homes and stores.
Finally, the 1980s were simply a great time for music in general. Pop, rock, and country were all experiencing a golden age, and fans had more choices than ever before. With so many great options to choose from, it’s no wonder that country music was so popular during this decade.
Conclusion
The 1980s were an important decade for country music. The genre emerged from its roots in folk and western to become a force to be reckoned with on the pop charts. A new generation of artists like Reba McEntire and George Strait brought country music into the mainstream, while legends like Hank Williams Jr. and Ronnie Milsap kept the traditional sound alive. No matter what your taste in country music, there was something for everyone in the 1980s.
