Old theme songs are tiny emotional portals; they pull you back into routines, relationships, even old versions of yourself.

Got a song stuck in your head? Catchy songs have been around as long as there's been music, but what makes a song stick in our minds is still a mystery. I recently chaperoned the all-night graduation ...

People are drinking less these days — trending toward moderation or non-alcoholic alternatives on a night out, according to recent industry reports. But songs about drinking never seem to go out of ...

Country music had a banner year in 2025. In the past almost 12 months, artists like Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, and more have reigned in the top spot on the charts. But while a lot of songs ...

Country music is full of sad or touching songs that are sure to bring on the waterworks the first few times you hear them. However, not every tear-jerker retains its punch with multiple listens. Songs ...

After more than seven decades in music, you might think Willie Nelson has heard — and sung — it all. But even now, at 92, there are still a few songs that get to him every time. The country legend was ...

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