Pick Or Pass On These Country Singers And We'll Reveal Your Cowgirl Wife
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Calling all country fans! Here is the quiz you have been waiting for. Country Western music is a popular music genre that has a very specific style and sound. It all began in the southern states in the early 1900s, according to Wikipedia. In the 1970s country music expanded its style to include country pop, country rock, neo country and truck driving country. They each have their own sound and singers that love each kind. Internationally, countries like Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom all have their own country music scene. Being part of the country music world has its cultural aspects, like style of dress and loyalty to certain types of cars. However, lots of country singers switch from a traditional country sound to more mainstream sounds. Taylor Swift comes to mind!
For country music fans, this is the chance to pick or pass on a wide variety of male and female country artists. Now is the time to ponder on a favorite song or all time greatest music video. As the singers are picked or passed, we will reveal a cowgirl wife, complete with a cowgirl hat and matching boots! So sit back, turn on some country and let's get this quiz started.
Luke Bryan
"Thomas Luther "Luke" Bryan is a country music singer and songwriter. He began his music career writing songs for Travis Tritt and Billy Currington – before signing with Capitol Records Nashville with his cousin, Chad Christopher Boyd in 2007. Bryan's first nine albums – I'll Stay Me, Doin' My Thing, Tailgates & Tanlines, Crash My Party, Spring Break...Here to Party, Spring Break...Checkin' Out, Kill the Lights, Farm Tour... Here's to the Farmer, and What Makes You Country; have included fourteen number-one hits. Bryan often co-writes with Jeff Stevens." - Wikipedia
Reba McEntire
"Reba Nell McEntire is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Signing with MCA Nashville Records, McEntire took creative control over her second MCA album, My Kind of Country, which had a more traditional country sound and produced two number one singles: "How Blue" and "Somebody Should Leave". The album brought her breakthrough success" - Wikipedia. Reba McEntire also has a hit show on daytime television and has very memorable bright red hair. Pick or pass on country star Reba!
Blake Shelton
"Blake Tollison Shelton (born June 18, 1976)[1] is an American country singer, songwriter and television personality. In 2001, he made his debut with the single "Austin". The lead-off single from his self-titled debut album, "Austin" spent five weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Shelton is also known for his role as a judge on the televised singing competitions Nashville Star, Clash of the Choirs, and The Voice. He has been on The Voice since its inception." (Wikipedia)
Taylor Swift
"Taylor Alison Swift (born December 13, 1989) is an American singer-songwriter. One of the world's leading contemporary recording artists, she is known for narrative songs about her personal life, which have received widespread media coverage. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Swift moved to Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 14 to pursue a career in country music." (Wikipedia) Her career has been a huge success and she has transitioned from country into pop and main stream music. Pick or Pass for Taylor?
Tim McGraw
"Samuel Timothy McGraw (born May 1, 1967) is an American country singer/songwriter and actor. McGraw has released fifteen studio albums (eleven for Curb Records, three for Big Machine Records and one for Arista Nashville). 10 of those albums have reached number 1 on the Top Country Albums charts," according to Wikipedia. "He has sold more than 75 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time." Let's give credit where credit is due, he is a huge success!
Carrie Underwood
"Carrie Marie Underwood (born March 10, 1983) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol, in 2005. Her debut single, "Inside Your Heaven", was the first country music single in history to debut at number one," according to Wikipedia. Nowadays American Idol stars don't get as famous, so Carrie was very lucky and talented. She is an award winning country music star, so will it be pick or pass?
Garth Brooks
"Troyal Garth Brooks (born February 7, 1962) is an American singer and songwriter. His integration of rock and roll elements into the country genre has earned him immense popularity in the United States. Brooks has had great success on the country single and album charts, with multi-platinum recordings and record-breaking live performances, while also crossing over into the mainstream pop arena." (Wikipedia) He has been a fan favorite for quite a while now. Does he deserve to be picked or passed?
Kelly Clarkson
Often when we think of Kelly Clarkson, we think of pop music. "Kelly Brianne Clarkson is an American singer and songwriter. She rose to fame in 2002 after winning the inaugural season of the television series American Idol, which earned her a record deal with RCA Records. Clarkson's debut single, "A Moment Like This", topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and became the country's best-selling single of 2002," says Wikipedia. Pick or Pass on this American Idol star?
George Strait
"George Harvey Strait Sr. is a country music singer, songwriter, actor, and music producer. George Strait is known as the "King of Country" and is considered one of the most influential and popular recording artists of all time. He is known for his neotraditionalist country style, cowboy look," according to Wikipedia. A man of many talents is a great contender for this quiz. Traditional country music lovers know him well. Pick or pass on George Strait for a cowgirl wife!
Miranda Lambert
"Miranda Leigh Lambert (born November 10, 1983) is an American singer and songwriter. In 2003, she finished in third place of the television program Nashville Star, a singing competition which aired on the USA Network." (Wikipedia) Many recall her as the former wife of Blake Shelton, who will appear later on this quiz. Miranda Lambert has also opened up her own shoe line that has boots as well. She also played in Europe's largest country music festival. Pick or pass?
Jason Aldean
This guy sing and plays the guitar - country music's finest. "Jason Aldine Williams known professionally as Jason Aldean, is an American country music singer. Since 2005, Jason Aldean has been signed to Broken Bow Records, a record label for which he has released eight albums and 24 singles. His 2010 album, My Kinda Party, is certified quadruple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)." (Wikipedia) He is a handsome guy, and talented of course. Pick or pass for Jason?
Faith Hill
Introducing the talented singer songwriter and wife of another country singer, Faith Hill! "Audrey Faith McGraw, known professionally as Faith Hill, is an American singer and record producer. She is one of the most successful country artists of all time, having sold more than 40 million albums worldwide.[1] Hill is married to American singer Tim McGraw, with whom she has recorded several duets." (Wikipedia) She has rocked the house with performances around the world and songs we will never forget.
Johnny Cash
The legendary Johnny Cash has to be on this list, as any country music buff would agree. "Johnny Cash was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, actor, and author. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 90 million records worldwide. Although primarily remembered as a country music icon, his genre-spanning songs and sound embraced rock and roll, rockabilly, blues, folk and gospel." (Wikipedia) He wore all black for almost every performance, and had a distinctive voice.
Shania Twain
Some may not know that Shania Twain's actual name is Eilleen Regina Edwards (Wikipedia). "She has sold over 100 million records, making her the best-selling female artist in country music history and among the best-selling music artists of all time. Her success garnered her several honorific titles including the Queen of Country Pop." Her most popular songs include Main! I Feel Like a Woman and Come On Over. Will it be pick or pass for Shania Twain and her legacy?
Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson is a true pillar in the house of country music. Taste of Country writes, "Willie Nelson is one of the most significant musicians of the last century not only in country music, but across all genres. His inimitable singing and guitar playing make him one of the most distinctive and instantly identifiable performers in the world, but Nelson's songcraft is really at the heart of his success — both the songs he has written, and the songs he chooses to record from others." Pick or pass?
Keith Urban
Keith Urban adds fun loving, carefree vibes to the world of country music. He is married to the lovely actress Nicole Kidman, and they seem oh so happy! Biography writes, "Keith Urban decided to pursue a solo career in the late 1990s. In 2000, he released his first, self-titled solo album. In 2001, he was named the CMA's "Top New Male Vocalist." He toured in 2004, and was named CMA's "Entertainer of the Year" the following year. Urban won his first Grammy Award in 2006."
Loretta Lynn
This resilient woman has been a successful singer for almost 60 years on the country music scene! "Loretta Lynn has received numerous awards and other accolades for her groundbreaking role in country music, including awards from both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music as a duet partner and an individual artist. She is the most awarded female country recording artist and the only female ACM Artist of the Decade (1970s)." (Wikipedia) Pick or pass on Loretta Lynn?
Toby Keith
Any country fan loves them some Toby Keith. "Toby Keith Covel, better known as Toby Keith, is an American country singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer." (Wikipedia) Who can recall the song How Do You Like Me Now? "Keith released his breakthrough single "How Do You Like Me Now?!" in late 1999. This song, the title track to his 1999 album of the same name, was the number one country song of 2000, and one of several chart-toppers during his tenure on DreamWorks Nashville."
Kacey Musgraves
Kacey Musgraves is an underrated star. "Musgraves was nominated for four awards at the 47th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, including Female Vocalist of the Year. Her fourth studio album, Same Trailer Different Park, debuted at number 2, selling 42,000 copies. Musgraves was also nominated for four Grammy Awards at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, tying Taylor Swift and Lorde for the most nominations received by a woman that year." (Wikipedia) Tying with superstars Lorde and Taylor Swift is a big deal!
Brad Paisley
This spicy Scorpio has captured the heart of so many country fans over the years. "Brad Paisley is a Grammy Award-winning country singer/songwriter and member of the Grand Ole Opry." (Biography) To speak to his immense success, AXS wrote, "He has 14 Country Music Awards, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards, three Grammys, and two American Music Awards. He is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry. To date he has sold 12 million records." Wow! Pick or pass?
Patsy Cline
Patsy Cline is a lady who deserves to be celebrated! Patsy Cline's website reports, "Legend has it that she was entertaining her neighbors as early as age 3! Her natural talent and spirit took her to the top of the country charts in 1962, and her style and popularity has never waned. Patsy's big break came when she won an Arthur Godfrey Talent program in 1957 with the hit Walkin' After Midnight." She has always had the spirit of an entertainer. Pick or pass?
Kenny Chesney
Kenny with the cowboy hat is the guy we recognize! "Kenneth Arnold Chesney (born March 26, 1968) is an American country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has recorded 20 albums" (Wikipedia). "The Country Music Association honored Chesney with the Entertainer of the Year award in 2004, 2006, 2007, and 2008. " If the country music association can celebrate this guy all those years, so can we! Choose whether or not to pick or pass on good ole Kenny Chesney.
Kelsea Ballerini
Kelsea Ballerini is on the Forbes 30 under 30 Music list. That in itself is enough to sing about. Forbes had this to say: "The Tennessee-born singer-songwriter began her career with a bang, with her first three singles--"Love Me Like You Mean It," "Dibs" and "Peter Pan"--ascending to the top of the country airplay charts. Her debut album, "The First Time," earned a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. She's also up for a Grammy: Best New Artist."
Dierks Bentley
Handsome singer songwriter Dierks Bentley is up next on the list for pick or pass. Dierks.com says, "Seven albums into one of country music’s most-respected and most-unpredictable careers, award-winning singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley continues to grow. His latest evolution comes in the form of RISER, a project due early 2014 that stands as his most personal to date." He is a Scorpio who has topped the country music charts time and time again. Pick or pass for Dierks Bentley on this quiz?
Alan Jackson
Singer songwriter Alan Jackson has recorded at least 16 albums! A busy man, indeed. Biography writes, "Country singer Alan Jackson was born on Oct. 17, 1958. in Newnan, Georgia. He married his high school sweetheart, Denise, in 1979 and they are still together today with three daughters. An accomplished songwriter, Jackson wrote much of his first album, which remained on the U.S. country charts for more than a year. " Picking or passing on Alan Jackson will allow us to reveal a cowgirl wife.
Randy Travis
Did somebody say Randy Travis? The Famous People wrote, "Randy Bruce Traywick, popularly known as Randy Travis, is an American country and gospel singer, songwriter and actor. He has released 20 studio albums in his singing career and more than 50 of his singles have charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart." They went on to say that even though he had a troubled youth, he was rescued from an ever worse adulthood by his manager. Pick or pass on Randy?
Trisha Yearwood
Trisha Yearwood released her debut album in 1991. " Later that year she was named the Top New Female Vocalist by the Academy of Country Music. She has followed this effort with several award-winning releases, earning Grammys and other accolades along the way. Yearwood is also a successful cookbook author and TV personality. She has hosted Trisha's Southern Kitchen since 2012." (Biography) Picking or passing on Alan Jackson will allow us to reveal a cowgirl wife. Time to choose!
Morgan Wallen
Morgan Wallen has an interesting story indeed. All Music says he is a "Tennessee-based singer and songwriter who turned to country music after injuries ended his career in baseball." Some people take an injury and move on. Morgan was not that guy! " Wallen first made a name for himself in 2014 as a competitor on the televised talent competition The Voice, and enjoyed a major career breakthrough in 2017 when he teamed with Florida Georgia Line for the hit song "Up Down."
Martina McBride
The lovely Leo herself, Martina McBride is next on the list! How did she get her start? "Country singer Martina McBride got her start opening for Garth Brooks in the 1990s and quickly became one of the most successful female country singers of all time." (Biography) "In 2007, McBride returned with the studio to create her next successful release, Waking Up Laughing (2007), which was followed by a compilation record called Playlist: The Very Best of Martina McBride and her 2009 album Shine."
Eric Church
Eric Church is another country star on the list. Biography.com writes, "Singer Eric Church was born on May 3, 1977, in Granite Falls, North Carolina, and he took up the guitar at 13 and began writing songs. A natural-born performer, Church had a regular gig at a bar as a high school student and received an offer for a record deal as a teen, but he turned it down." Now we have to make a choice. Pick or pass for Eric Church?
Darius Rucker
Darius Rucker is from South Carolina. "He is a singer, songwriter, and musician. He founded the Grammy Award winning rock band named ‘Hootie & the Blowfish’, and was also its lead vocalist and guitarist for several years. After nearly a decade, he released the single ‘Wagon Wheel’ which was a huge success, becoming one of the best works of his career. It topped several charts and also won him the Grammy Award for ‘Best Country Solo Performance’." (The Famous People) Pick or pass?
Lady Antebellum
Lady Antebellum is actually co headlining an end of year part with Darius Rucker from the previous question! (Lady Antebellum website) The world of country is so intertwined. "Lady Antebellum is a country music group formed in Nashville, Tennessee in 2006. The group is composed of Hillary Scott (lead and background vocals), Charles Kelley (lead and background vocals, guitar), and Dave Haywood (background vocals, guitar, piano, mandolin)." (Wikipedia) Shall we pick or pass this talented country group?
Milton Patton
If Milton Patton is not a famous name it is because he was on the show American Idol. "Milton Patton was a country singer act from Season 8 of America's Got Talent. He was eliminated in the Vegas Round." (America's Got Talent) "Now 23, Milton is preparing to release a debut CD and a single, and he performs live shows regularly in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas. He has fans all over the country and overseas." Pick or pass for Milton?
Chris Stapleton
Biography says, "Stapleton was born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky. Christopher Stapleton is an award-winning American singer-songwriter who wrote multiple hits for many country/rock/pop musicians before stepping into the limelight himself with his smash debut album, 'Traveller,' in 2015. After meeting some local songwriters in his hometown, Stapleton discovered that songwriting was a viable profession." Now that we have gotten to know Chris a bite more it is time to decide. Pick or pass on this Kentucky musician?
Jana Kramer
"Kramer began her musical career in 2012, and has released a total of two albums: Jana Kramer in 2012, and Thirty One three years later. These albums have produced seven charted singles for her on Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay, including the top 10 hits "Why Ya Wanna" and "I Got the Boy". (Wikipedia) She recently had a child and stood up for moms everywhere! “Why do we women have to compare ourselves to each other and then shame?” she asked. (People)
Kane Brown
Kane Brown is a different type of country singer because he is unorthodox. "Kane Brown, 25, thinks of himself as an outcast. He’s biracial, and came up hard in Tennessee and North Georgia, living with his mom in a car at one point and moving so often he went to five high schools," reports The Rolling Stone. "He first came to the attention of the public through social media. He released his first EP, titled Closer, in June 2015." (Wikipedia)
Kellie Pickler
"Pickler gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of American Idol and finished in sixth place. In 2006, she signed to 19 Recordings and BNA Records as a recording artist. Her debut album, Small Town Girl, was released later that year and has sold over 900,000 copies." (Wikipedia) She is also married to celebrity Derek Hough. "On May 21, 2013, Pickler and Derek Hough were announced the winners of the sixteenth season of Dancing with the Stars." Pick or pass?
Little Big Town
Little Big Town is the largest country group on this list. It is comprised of Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook (Wikipedia). "After a recording deal with the Mercury Nashville Records label which produced no singles or albums, Little Big Town released its self-titled debut on Monument Records in 2002. It produced two minor country chart singles before the group left the label." They are a successful bunch with lots of hit music. Pick or pass on LBT?
Rascal Flatts
"Rascal Flatts is a country band formed in Columbus, Ohio in 1999. It is composed of lead vocalist Gary LeVox, his second cousin Jay DeMarcus on bass guitar, and Joe Don Rooney on guitar and banjo." Many recall their hit song in the Pixar movie cars. "Also in 2006, the group charted in the top 10 of the Hot 100 with a cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway", which they recorded for the Pixar film Cars." (Wikipedia)
The Band Perry
The Band Perry started off pure country but has been gravitating to their own direction. Variety writes, "For the sibling trio, it’s not so much about “going pop” as going independent — something they felt they needed to do after buying their way out of their country contract, but also after a brief spell of working with pop labels and big-name producers felt like a creative dead end, too." They are a talented group of siblings, so will it be pick or pass?
