2000 Hits: The Best Country Music of the Year
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Check out our list of the best country music hits of the year 2000!
Introduction
It’s finally here: the long-awaited list of the best country music of the year. From heartwarming ballads to uptempo anthems, these are the songs that defined 2000. So crank up the volume, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to sing along!
The Best Country Songs of the Year
Country music has always been a popular genre, and 2000 was no different. That year saw the release of some of the best country songs of all time. From George Strait’s “Carrying Your Love with Me” to Brad Paisley’s “He Didn’t Have to Be”, the year was full of great music. Here are some of the best country songs of 2000.
“The Weight” by The Band
Released in 1968, “The Weight” is a song by The Band that has since become a country music classic. The song tells the story of a man who is returning to his home town and the people he meets along the way. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, and Bob Dylan.
“I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston
“I Will Always Love You” is a song by American singer Whitney Houston, released as the second single from her film The Bodyguard (1992). The song was written by Linda Thompson and Dolly Parton, and produced by David Foster.Parton originally wrote the song in 1974 for her one-time partner and mentor Porter Wagoner, from whom she was parting ways at the time. musically arranged by Alan Silvestri and produced by David Foster. The song was released on November 3, 1992, eight months after Houston’s death. The song topped the charts worldwide including becoming a number-one hit in Australia, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Spain and the United Kingdom; while reaching number two in Austria, Belgium (Wallonia), Ireland, Italy and Switzerland; and number three in the United States.
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by Elvis Presley
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” is a beautiful ballad originally sung by Elvis Presley. It was released in 1961 and quickly became a worldwide hit. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, but Elvis’ version remains the most popular.
The lyrics of the song are very romantic and reflect Elvis’ own personal style of singing. The melody is also very catchy and easy to sing along to. “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” is a classic love song that will remain popular for many years to come.
“I Will Always Love You” by Dolly Parton
“I Will Always Love You” is a song written and originally performed by American country music singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. The song was first released as a single in 1974 and then included on Parton’s album Jolene. In 1992, Whitney Houston recorded a cover version of the song for the soundtrack to The Bodyguard. Her single spent 14 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of the longest-running number-one singles of all time. The song has been certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by UB40
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” is a song recorded by English band UB40. It was released in 1981 as the lead single from their album of the same name. The song was written by George David Weiss and Hugo Peretti and Luigi Creatore, and published by Gladys Music, Inc. The lyrics are based on “Plaisir d’amour”, a French love song composed in 1784 by Jean-Paul-Égide Martini.
The single peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart, giving UB40 their first UK number one single, and remained in that position for four weeks in February 1982. It also spent seven weeks at number one on the Irish Singles Chart, becoming Ireland’s biggest single of 1982; it remains one of UB40’s best-known songs. In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” at number 492 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
In 2008, the song was voted ‘The Nation’s Favourite Love Song’ in a poll conducted by ITV’s This Morning programme.”
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Elvis Presley, who recorded it for his 1961 film Blue Hawaii; Little Richard; Robert Plant; Sugarland; Bruno Mars; and Dre Island.
The Best Country Albums of the Year
There were so many great country albums released in 2000. It was a really great year for the genre. Here are some of the best albums of the year.
“The Weight” by The Band
The Band’s “The Weight” is one of the best country albums of the year. The album was released in 1968 and is full of country classics like “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” and “Up on Cripple Creek.”
“I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” is one of the best country albums of the year. The album features Houston’s trademark soulful voice, as well as her ability to connect with her fans on a emotional level. The album’s lead single, “I Will Always Love You”, became one of the best-selling singles of all time, and helped Whitney Houston become one of the most successful recording artists of all time.
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by Elvis Presley
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” is a song recorded by American singer Elvis Presley for the album Blue Hawaii (1961). It was written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss and published by Gladys Music, Inc. (The lyrics are based on “Plaisir d’amour”, a French love song composed in 1784 by Jean-Paul-Égide Martini). The song achieved commercial success in the United States when it peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has been featured in numerous film and television soundtracks.
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” was first recorded by American singer and actor Elvis Presley for the 1961 film Blue Hawaii. Although the song was not released as a single, it was successful on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number two. The song entered the top ten of the UK Singles Chart for the first time in February 2016, sixty years after Presley’s death.
“I Will Always Love You” by Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” is one of the best country albums of the year. The album was released in 1974, and it is her most successful album to date. It peaked at number two on the Billboard Country Albums chart and has been certified platinum by the RIAA. The album includes the title track, which was a number one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
“I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by UB40
In 1992, UB40 recorded a reggae version of the song for the soundtrack to the movie Sliver. It was released as a single and reached #1 in the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Spain. In the UK, it peaked at #2 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming their highest-charting single in that country. The song also went to #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for seven weeks in 1993.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the year 2000 was a great year for country music. There were a lot of great hits that came out, and many of them are still popular today. If you’re a fan of country music, then you should definitely check out some of the songs on this list. You’re sure to find something that you’ll enjoy.
