Country Music 2015: The Best of YouTube
Find the best country music of 2015 by exploring this YouTube playlist. You’ll hear a mix of classic hits and new chart toppers that are sure to get your toes tapping.
Best Country Songs of 2015
There were a lot of great country songs that came out in 2015. It was tough to narrow it down to just a few, but here are what we think are the best of the best. From catchy toe-tappers to heart-wrenching ballads, these songs are sure to get stuck in your head.
Carrie Underwood – Smoke Break
Carrie Underwood’s “Smoke Break” was released in August of 2015, and quickly rose to the top of the country music charts. It is a fun, upbeat song about taking a break from life’s stresses, and has become one of Underwood’s most popular songs.
Sam Hunt – Take Your Time
One of the breakout artists in country music this year, Sam Hunt’s “Take Your Time” was a huge hit. The song spent six weeks at the top of the country charts and was nominated for several Grammy Awards.
Little Big Town – Girl Crush
“Girl Crush” is a song co-written and recorded by American country music group Little Big Town. It was released in December 2014 as the fourth single from their sixth studio album, Pain Killer. The song peaked at number one on both the US Billboard Country Airplay and Hot Country Songs charts in May 2015, becoming the group’s sixth and seventh number one on each respective chart. “Girl Crush” also reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart dated for June 13, 2015, making it only the second country song by a group to do so since Lonestar’s “Amazed” in 2000. The song became only the fourth single by a female country group to top both the Billboard Country Airplay and Hot 100 charts.
Thomas Rhett – Die a Happy Man
Thomas Rhett’s “Die a Happy Man” was one of the breakout hits of 2015. The song spent six weeks at number one on the Billboard country chart and was certified Platinum by the RIAA. “Die a Happy Man” was also nominated for two Grammy Awards, including Best Country Song.
Zac Brown Band – Homegrown
This song is from the Zac Brown Band’s 2015 album Jekyll + Hyde. The song peaked at number one on the US Country Airplay chart and went platinum in the US. It was nominated for Best Country Song at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards.
Best Country Music Videos of 2015
It’s no secret that YouTube has become a go-to spot for finding the latest and greatest music videos. If you’re a fan of country music, you’re in luck – there are a ton of great country music videos out there. Here are some of the best ones from 2015.
Carrie Underwood – Smoke Break
Carrie Underwood took a much-deserved break in 2015, but she also released one of the best country music videos of the year. “Smoke Break” is a fun, flirty song that perfectly suits Underwood’s personality. The video was filmed in Nashville and features cameos from several country music stars. It’s a must-watch for any fan of country music.
Sam Hunt – Take Your Time
2015 was a great year for country music, with many artists releasing fantastic videos to accompany their hit songs. Here are our picks for the best country music videos of 2015.
Sam Hunt’s “Take Your Time” is a perfect example of a great country music video. The video tells the story of a young man who is trying to find his way in life, and features beautiful shots of the rural landscape. The video perfectly captures the feeling of loneliness and desperation that can come with being lost, and Hunt’s performance is both honest and heartbreaking.
Other great country music videos from 2015 include Carrie Underwood’s “Smoke Break”, Keith Urban’s “Raise ‘Em Up”, Miranda Lambert’s “Mama’s Broken Heart”, and Florida Georgia Line’s “Anything Goes”. These videos all tell stories that are relatable to many people, and they do so in an aesthetically pleasing way. They also feature some great performances from their respective artists.
So, there you have it: our picks for the best country music videos of 2015. What did you think of our list? Did we miss any of your favorite videos? Let us know in the comments!
Little Big Town – Girl Crush
This song is catchy, beautiful, and will tug at your heart strings. The video is incredibly well done, and features the band in a number of glamorous and stylish outfits. The scenery is gorgeous, and the whole video has a vintage feel to it.
Thomas Rhett – Die a Happy Man
This feel-good love song spent six weeks at Number One on the Billboard country chart and has been hailed as a modern classic. The video, directed by TK McKamy, follows Rhett and his wife on a perfect date night.
Zac Brown Band – Homegrown
Zac Brown Band’s “Homegrown” was one of the best country music videos of 2015. The video tells the story of a young couple in love, and features beautiful footage of them enjoying life together. The video is set to the song’s catchy, upbeat melody and is sure to put a smile on your face.
