The Best Country Music Covers
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The Best Country Music Covers
From Dolly Parton to Keith Urban, these are the best country music covers out there. If you’re a fan of country music, you’re sure to find a cover that you love on this list. From covers of classic country songs to more contemporary covers, there’s something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the music.
Keith Urban’s “Blue Ain’t Your Color”
Keith Urban’s “Blue Ain’t Your Color” is a beautiful, country-tinged ballad that was originally written by Shane McAnally, Hillary Lindsey, and Steven Lee Olsen. The song became a huge hit for Urban when it was released in 2016, spending four weeks at the top of the Country airplay charts and peaked at Number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Urban’s version of the song is a masterclass in restraint, with the country superstar keeping his performance low-key and allowing the gorgeous lyric and melody to take center stage. It’s a stunning cover that reminds us why Urban is one of the best vocalists in country music today.
Chris Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey”
Chris Stapleton’s version of “Tennessee Whiskey” was released in 2015, and was an instant hit. The original song was written by Dean Dillon and Linda Hargrove, and was first recorded by George Jones in 1980.
Stapleton’s cover has a more soulful feel to it, and his raspy voice gives the song a unique twist. The cover was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance, and won the award for Best Country Song at the 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Maren Morris’ “My Church”
Maren Morris’ cover of “My Church” was released in 2016 as part of her album, “Hero.” The song was originally performed by Highway 101, and Morris’ cover is a more pop-influenced version of the original. The song is about finding religion in music, and it resonated with many fans. Morris’ cover was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance.
Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road”
When Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” was released in early 2017, it quickly rose to the top of the country charts. The success of the song led to a number of different artists creating their own versions of the track.
One of the most popular covers of “Body Like a Back Road” was created by YouTuber J city. His cover quickly went viral, with many people praising his unique take on the song.
Another popular cover came from British singer-songwriter Passenger. His cover was filmed as part of a live session, and he changed some of the lyrics to reflect his own life experiences.
There have been many other great covers of “Body Like a Back Road,” but these are two of the most popular. If you’re looking for a new version of the song to enjoy, check out these two covers.
The Worst Country Music Covers
It’s no secret that some of the best country music covers come from other genres. Whether it’s a pop song done in a twang or a rock song with a banjo, these covers breathe new life into old favorites. However, not all country covers are created equal. In fact, some are downright terrible.
Florida Georgia Line’s “H.O.L.Y.”
H.O.L.Y. is a song recorded by American country music duo Florida Georgia Line. It was released to country radio on May 16, 2016 as the lead single from their third studio album, Dig Your Roots. The song was written by Ashley Gorley, Hunter Phelps, and Tyler Hubbard with Joey Moi, Chase Rice, and busbee. It is a mid-tempo ballad in which the two singers praise their significant others.
The song received positive reviews from critics who praised its production and the duo’s vocal performance. Commercially, the song topped both the US Country Airplay chart and the US Hot Country Songs chart. It also reached number one in Canada and peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song received a Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and was certified Double Platinum in Canada. An accompanying music video for the song, directed by TK McKamy, depicts Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley being angels who fall in love with a waitress played by Jess Hadley at a diner from above.
Blake Shelton’s “I’ll Name the Dogs”
Blake Shelton’s “I’ll Name the Dogs” is a country music cover of Billy Currington’s “We Are Tonight.” The original song is a love song about a man and woman who are in love and have dogs. The cover by Blake Shelton is about a man who wants to name the dogs after he gets married.
The original song is a sweet and tender love song, while Shelton’s cover is more light-hearted and humorous. While both songs are about dogs, the tone of the two songs is very different.
Currington’s original song was released in 2013, and Shelton’s cover was released in 2017.
Brett Eldredge’s “The Long Way”
Brett Eldredge’s “The Long Way” is a cover of a song originally performed by Bruno Mars. The original song is a fun, upbeat pop tune with a catchy melody. However, Eldredge’s cover slows the tempo down and stripping the song of its original charm. His nasal voice sounds strained and uncomfortable, making the cover painful to listen to.
Luke Bryan’s “Most People Are Good”
Most people are good / La la la la la / Yeah most people are good
This isn’t a country song. It’s not even a good song. It’s mind-numbingly bland and safe with lyrics that could have been written by a Hallmark card. It’s the kind of thing your grandparents would listen to on easy listening radio and then nod off to sleep.
And yet, for some inexplicable reason, Luke Bryan thought it was a good idea to cover this song. He even changed the lyrics slightly to make them more “country.” But all he did was add a “y’all” and mention trucks, because that’s what country music is all about, right?
This is the kind of music that gives country a bad reputation. It’s safe, conservative, and boring. There’s nothing country about it at all.
