Country Central Curated Playlists – May, ’24

Country Central takes pride in presenting its meticulously curated decade playlists, offering a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of country music history. From the iconic sounds of the 1960s to the contemporary hits of the 2020s, each playlist offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of the genre. This month, we’ve added some of the most exciting cuts from Charley Pride, Chris Stapleton, and many more. Check out all of our playlists here!

1960s: Step back in time with our 1960s playlist, where timeless hits from legends like Roger Miller, Tammy Wynette, and Merle Haggard take center stage.

1970s: Explore the groovy vibes of the 1970s with our playlists featuring chart-toppers from Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kenny Rogers.

1980s: Travel through the diverse sounds of the 1980s with our playlists showcasing hits from Lee Greenwood, John Anderson, and Crystal Gayle.

1990s: Relive the glory days of the 1990s with our playlist featuring iconic tracks from Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, and George Strait.

2000s: Experience the chart-topping hits and crossover success of the 2000s with our playlists showcasing artists like Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, and Brad Paisley.

2010s: Relive the crossroads that was 2010s country music with our playlists featuring artists like Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, and Eric Church.

2020s: Embrace the future of country music with our 2020s playlist showcasing emerging talent and fresh sounds.

2020s:

  • YellaBush Road – Koe Wetzel
  • Burn It Down – Parker McCollum
  • Flannel Cowboy – Ken Pomeroy
  • Cowboy Songs – George Birge
  • Stick Season – Noah Kahan
  • Angels – Thomas Rhett
  • Your Heart Or Mine – Jon Pardi
  • One Of Them Girls – Lee Brice
  • Somebody Like That – Tenille Arts
  • Die From A Broken Heart – Maddie & Tae
  • Heart On Fire – Eric Church
  • Wonderin’ Bout The Wind – Morgan Wallen
  • Cryin’ in a GMC – Muscadine Bloodline
  • Play Ball – Ashley McBryde
  • I Hate Alabama – Conner Smith
  • Starting Over – Chris Stapleton
  • To Be Loved By You – Parker McCollum
  • Mississippi Or Me – Riley Green
  • Came The Closest – Sam Hunt
  • Heart Like A Truck – Lainey Wilson
  • Lucky – Megan Moroney
  • Small Town Hypocrite – Caylee Hammack
  • justified – Kacey Musgraves
  • Getting Over Him [feat. Jon Pardi] – Lauren Alaina
  • TRUCK BED – HARDY
  • Key West & Colorado – Chase Rice

2010s:

  • Crash My Party – Luke Bryan
  • Colder Weather – Zac Brown Band
  • Shotgun Rider – Tim McGraw
  • Be the Lake – Brad Paisley
  • Burnt The Sawmill Down – Aaron Lewis
  • Somethin’ ’bout A Truck – Kip Moore
  • Angel Eyes – Love and Theft
  • Need You Now – Lady A
  • Why Ya Wanna – Jana Kramer
  • Bluebird – Miranda Lambert
  • Missing You – Flatland Cavalry
  • Where It’s At – Dustin Lynch
  • Round Here – Florida Georgia Line
  • God’s Country – Blake Shelton
  • Southbound – Carrie Underwood
  • I Feel A Sin Comin’ On – Pistol Annies
  • Record Year – Eric Church
  • Refrigerator Door – Luke Combs

2000s

  • Summertime – Kenny Chesney
  • Good Directions – Billy Currington
  • In Color – Jamey Johnson
  • Hurt – Johnny Cash
  • All-American Girl – Carrie Underwood
  • Stuck Like Glue – Sugarland
  • I’m A Survivor – Reba McEntire
  • I’m Already There – Lonestar
  • Tim McGraw – Taylor Swift
  • Letter to Me – Brad Paisley
  • Travelin’ Soldier – The Chicks
  • Back At One – Mark Wills
  • Leave The Pieces – The Wreckers
  • Toes – Zac Brown Band
  • Red Ragtop – Tim McGraw

1990s:

  • Friends In Low Places (the extended concert version) – Garth Brooks
  • Time Marches On – Tracy Lawrence
  • Fast as You – Dwight Yoakam
  • I Try to Think About Elvis – Patty Loveless
  • Ready To Run – The Chicks
  • I’m in a Hurry (And Don’t Know Why) – Alabama
  • Go Rest High On That Mountain – Vince Gill
  • T-R-O-U-B-L-E – Travis Tritt
  • Any Man Of Mine (Remastered 2023) – Shania Twain
  • Before You Kill Us All – Randy Travis
  • The Cowboy Rides Away – George Strait
  • Haunted Heart – Sammy Kershaw
  • I Lost It – Kenny Chesney
  • Midnight In Montgomery – Alan Jackson
  • We Danced Anyway – Deana Carter
  • It Matters to Me – Faith Hill

1980s:

  • God Bless The U.S.A. – Lee Greenwood
  • Swingin’ – John Anderson
  • Eighteen Wheels And A Dozen Roses – Kathy Mattea
  • Theme from “The Dukes of Hazzard” (Good Ol’ Boys) – Waylon Jennings
  • You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma – David Frizzell and Shelly West
  • Good Ole Boys Like Me – Don Williams
  • Somebody’s Knockin’ (Album Version) – Terri Gibbs
  • ‘Till I Gain Control Again – Crystal Gayle
  • Holding Her and Loving You – Earl Thomas Conley
  • Mama He’s Crazy – The Judds
  • Baby’s Got Her Blue Jeans On – Mel McDaniel
  • Seven Year Ache – Rosanne Cash
  • Lost In The Fifties Tonight – Ronnie Milsap

1970s:

  • Trudy – The Charlie Daniels Band
  • I Gotta Get Drunk – Willie Nelson
  • Amos Moses – Jerry Reed
  • Lonesome, On’ry and Mean – Waylon Jennings
  • Jack Daniel’s, If You Please – David Allan Coe
  • Heard It in a Love Song – The Marshall Tucker Band
  • Plastic Jesus – Tia Blake
  • Sweet Revenge – John Prine
  • Midnight Rider – Gregg Allman
  • Texas (When I Die) – Tanya Tucker
  • Tulsa Turnaround – Kenny Rogers
  • Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone – Charley Pride
  • Take It Easy (2013 Remaster) – Eagles
  • Southern Nights – Glen Campbell
  • It Must Be Love – Don Williams

1960s:

  • Dang Me (Album Version) – Roger Miller
  • Stand By Your Man – Tammy Wynette
  • The Bottle Let Me Down – Merle Haggard
  • Skip A Rope – Henson Cargill
  • Fist City (Single Version) – Loretta Lynn
  • Does My Ring Hurt Your Finger – Charley Pride
  • The End of the World – Skeeter Davis
  • See The Big Man Cry – Charlie Louvin
  • Falling for You – Waylon Jennings
  • I Wonder Where You Are Tonight – Bobby Bare
  • Night Life – Ray Price
  • I Walk Alone – Marty Robbins
  • Just Between You and Me – Porter Wagoner
  • Galveston – Glen Campbell