Kelsea Ballerini’s “half of my hometown” ft. Kenny Chesney Goes Number One

Kelsea Ballerini’s song, “half of my hometown” featuring Kenny Chesney is the number one song at country radio this week. Read about Ballerini’s hit song below…

With country radio still being a male-dominated industry, we are always so excited to see a female singer-songwriter reach the top of the charts. Perfectly timed for Women’s History month, Kelsea Ballerini has landed at the number one spot. This week, Ballerini’s song, “half of my hometown” featuring Kenny Chesney is the number one song at country radio.

The song is one of the songstress’ most vulnerable to date. It portrays the back-and-forth feelings of wanting to stay in your comfort zone, but also wanting to improve. The duet nature of the song with Chesney amplifies the already incredible track. Although unexpected, the collaboration was the perfect fit for the song.

“In their daddy’s Ford // Half of my main street’s mini skirts // Half of my main street’s dressed for church // It could use some rain and a fresh coat of paint // Half of my hometown’s still hangin’ around // Still talkin’ about that one touchdown // They’re still wearin’ red and black”

“half of my hometown” marks Ballerini’s 7th number one song and Chesney’s 35th.

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“half of my hometown” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Kane Brown’s “One Mississippi” is Number One at Country Radio

Kane Brown’s song, “One Mississippi” is the number one song at country radio. Read about Brown’s seventh number-one single below…

Upon achieving his last number one hit for his collaborative song with Chris Young, “Famous Friends,” Kane Brown is celebrating yet again! This week, Brown’s single “One Mississippi” hit the top spot on the country charts.

Brown is skilled at blending different genres throughout his music. Whether he is collaborating with artists or dropping pure country songs like “Whiskey Sour,” he is a bonafide superstar. “One Mississippi” became an instant fan favorite. The single is catchy, relatable, and fun, adding some flavor to his already incredible live performances. Brown is an artist that deserves all the accolades he has earned over his years in the music industry.

“One Mississippi, two Mississippi, three shots of Whiskey // Are you on your way // When it tips you, baby come kiss me // I can’t wait, I can’t wait // One Mississippi, two Mississippi, three in the morning // we’ll be on our way // so tipsy, can’t stop kissing // I can’t wait, I can’t wait forever”

We are excited to see what song Brown and his team send to country radio next! Let us know on social media what song you would like to hear on the radio next. Congrats to the singer-songwriter on another chart topper with “One Mississippi”!

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“One Mississippi” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Morgan Wallen Scores 5th Number One Single with “Sand In My Boots”

Upon returning to radio, Morgan Wallen scores his fifth number one single with his fan-favorite song “Sand In My Boots.”

Country music sensation, Morgan Wallen is finally celebrating the success of his record Dangerous: The Double Album. After two sold out nights at Madison Square Garden in New York City to kick off his headlining tour, Wallen fans can rejoice yet again. “Sand In My Boots” is officially the number one song at country radio.

The single became an instant hit with fans. Wallen even opens his show with the heartbreaking love song. See video belw. “Sand In My Boots” is a slow groove that puts Wallen’s authentic vocals on full display. Fans already know every word to the incredible tune!

“Yeah, but now I’m dodging potholes in my sunburnt Silverado // Like a heart-broke Desperado, headed right back to my roots // Somethin’ bout the way she kissed me tells me she’d love Eastern Tennessee // Yeah, but all I brought back with me was some sand in my boots”

Morgan Wallen is a bonafide superstar. It is almost hard to believe that “Sand In My Boots” is only his fifth number one song. We will be interested to see what song makes its way to country radio next. Congrats to Wallen and his team on another success! Take a look at the video below as Wallen took to social media to thank his fans and country radio for the number one.

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Morgan Wallen kicks off 'The Dangerous Tour' at Madison Square Garden // Photo Credit: John Shearer

*Cover Photo// Morgan Wallen kicks off ‘The Dangerous Tour’ at Madison Square Garden // Photo Credit: John Shearer

“Sand In My Boots” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Jimmie Allen & Brad Paisley’s “Freedom Was A Highway” Reaches Number One

Jimmie Allen and Brad Paisley’s collaborative song, “Freedom Was A Highway” is officially the number one song at country radio. Learn more below.

Just fresh off the announcement that he will be co-hosting the 57th ACM Awards, Jimmie Allen can celebrate yet again! The rising star achieved his third number-one single at country radio this week with his Brad Paisley collaboration! “Freedom Was A Highway” is officially number one.

“Freedom Was A Highway” is a nostalgic tune where Allen and Paisley reminisce about more carefree days. The collaboration is one of many off of Allen’s project Bettie James. Both artists are huge fans of one another, which is one of the many reasons that makes this collaboration so special!

“When the town was the whole world // And love was the girl next door // Soundtrack was a song in the dark // I miss those days when our dreams // Were there for chasin’ // But time was better wasted // We were summer young and livin’ for a Friday // And freedom was a highway (oh-oh, oh-oh) // Freedom was a highway (oh-oh, oh-oh)”

We love a collaboration and are so happy to see this song succeed. Congrats to Allen and Paisley and their teams!

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“Freedom Was A Highway” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music‘ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Chris Stapleton Earns Number 1 Song with “You Should Probably Leave”

Chris Stapleton lands the number one song on the country music charts this week with “You Should Probably Leave.” Learn more below about the accomplishment below.

It is about time that superstar, Chris Stapleton starts getting the mainstream radio recognition that he deserves! It is hard to believe that with four number one albums, the singer-songwriter is still not a frequent name on the top of the radio charts. Today, Stapleton scores his third number-one single with “You Should Probably Leave.”

Stapleton’s previous singles “Broken Halos” and “Starting Over” also found their way to the top spot. As a promotional song, a crowd-favorite, “Tennessee Whiskey,” also went number one back in 2015. The newly crowned number one, “You Should Probably Leave,” is everything we have come to love from Stapleton and his genius artistry!

“There’s still time for you to finish your wine // Then you should probably leave // And it’s hard to resist, alright, just one kiss // Then you should probably leave // ‘Cause I know you and you know me // And we both know where this is gonna lead // You want me to say that I want you to stay // So you should probably leave // Yeah, you should probably leave”

Congrats to Stapleton and his team on a monumental feat! We are excited to see what song heads to country radio next.

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“You Should Probably Leave” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music‘ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Jordan Davis & Luke Bryan’s Song “Buy Dirt” Goes Number One

Jordan Davis’ song with Luke Bryan, “Buy Dirt” goes number one on the country charts. Learn more below about the feat.

As soon as Jordan Davis released “Buy Dirt,” featuring Luke Bryan, it was clear that the song was special. From the moment it was released, “Buy Dirt” has won the hearts of fans everywhere. The song is a true backdrop to all of our lives. It was just a matter of time before Davis and Bryan’s song went number one!

“Buy Dirt” marks Davis’ fourth number one single of his career, while Bryan now has 28 number one songs to his name. Although unexpected, the collaboration is one of our current favorites. “Buy Dirt” is a country song that is going to elevate Davis’ career.

“Buy dirt // Find the one you can’t live without // Get a ring, let your knee hit the ground // Do what you love but call it work // And throw a little money in the plate at church // Send your prayers up and your roots down deep // Add a few limbs to your family tree // And watch their pencil marks // And the grass in the yard all grow up”

We look forward to seeing how the song continues to do on the country charts, as well as, with fans across the globe. Congrats to Jordan Davis and Luke Bryan’s team on an incredible number one song!

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“Buy Dirt” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Michael Ray’s “Whiskey And Rain” Goes Number One On Country Charts

Michael Ray’s single “Whiskey And Rain” officially reached number one on the country charts this week, marking his fourth number one song of his career. As Ray took to social media to thank his fans and team, the artist became emotional reflecting on the journey. Check out the tear-jerking response in the video below.

Michael Ray has dethroned Dustin Lynch and MacKenzie Porter’s five-week run at number one on the country charts with their song, “Thinking ‘Bout You.” As Ray’s “Whiskey And Rain” tops the charts, the artist lands his fourth number one song.

The 90s country-inspired song was a clear hit with fans, gradually climbing up the charts since it impacted radio in October of 2020. Written by Jesse Frasure and Josh Thompson, Ray recorded the song early on during the pandemic. He has shared in interviews that the song remains one of his most favorite songs to date.

“Yeah, whiskey and rain coming down, coming down // Splash of bourbon in a glass // Yeah, pouring something on the pain, let it drown, let it drown // Try to wash away the past, oh-oh-oh // Since my blue sky, sunshine, whole life  // Hopped on that midnight train // ‘Til the bottle runs out or the clouds roll away // It’s just whiskey and rain”

It will be interesting to see if Ray’s song, “Whiskey And Rain” continues to hold down the number one spot on the country charts next week. Until then, congrats to Ray and his team on a well-deserved feat!

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“Whiskey And Rain” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Here Are All of Luke Bryan’s Number One Songs in His Catalog

Here are all of Luke Bryan’s number one songs in his music catalog. Bryan has 28 #1 songs in his throughout his incredible career.

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Take a look at the full list of  Luke Bryan songs that have gone number one and reminisce through some fan favorites…

“Do I”- Doin’ My Thing, 2010

“Do I” was written by Bryan, Dave Haywood and Charles Kelley. It was Bryan’s first ever number one, and the first off his sophomore album Doin’ My Thing. It’s a song about feeling someone slipping away and wanting the relationship to go back to how it was before.

 

“Rain Is A Good Thing”- Doin’ My Thing, 2010

“Rain Is A Good Thing” was written by Dallas Davison and Bryan. Perhaps one of his most staple songs, “Rain is a Good Thing” is classic Luke Bryan – combining the perfect amount of country roots and flirtation.

 

“Someone Else Calling You Baby”– Doin’ My Thing, 2010

“Someone Else Calling You Baby” marks the third and final No.1 to come from Bryan’s 2010 album, Doin’ My Thing. It was written by Jeff Stevens and Bryan. It’s a song about not being able to get over a recent break up and what makes it even worse is that the other person already has.

“I Don’t Want This Night to End”- Tailgates & Tanlines, 2012

“I Don’t Want This Night to End” is the first No. 1 to come from Bryan’s Tailgates & Tanlines album. It was written by Ben Hayslip, Dallas Davidson, Bryan and Rhett Akins. It’s a song about meeting someone for the first time and having such an incredible time with them that you never want that night to end.

“Drunk on You”- Tailgates & Tanlines, 2012

“Drunk on You” is the second No. 1 to come from Tailgates & Tanlines. It was written by Chris Tompkins, Josh Kear and Rodney Clawson. It’s a song about a classic country summer night that’s so perfect you don’t need any more buzz than being with your person and summertime.

“Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye” Tailgates & Tanlines, 2012

“Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye” is the third and final No. 1 song to come off the Tailgates & Tanlines album. It was written by Jeff Stevens, Bryan and Shane McAnally. It’s a song about two people who know they can’t make it work, but instead of worrying about it being over tomorrow they can spend one last night together.

“Crash My Party” – Crash My Party, 2013

“Crash My Party” is the title track and first of six No.1 songs to come from Bryan’s 2013 album. It was written by Ashley Gorley and Rodney Clawson. It’s about the girl that’s always worth wrecking plans with the boys.

“That’s My Kind of Night”– Crash My Party, 2013

“That’s My Kind of Night” was written by Ashley Gorley, Chris DeStefano and Dallas Davidson. It’s about two people who would rather spend the night out in the middle of nowhere together instead of going out on the town.

“Drink A Beer”- Crash My Party, 2013

“Drink A Beer” was written by Chris Stapleton and Jim Beavers. This is one of the most emotional songs out of Bryan’s catalog and the most personal to the artist. Even though he did not write the song, Bryan and his family relate strongly to the song due to some tragic losses that they’ve suffered. It’s a song about losing someone too soon and not being able to understand it. Instead of trying to, you just take a moment to drink a beer as you say goodbye to that special someone.

“Play it Again”– Crash My Party, 2013

“Play it Again” was written by Ashley Gorley and Dallas Davidson. It’s about the moments that can make a song go from just a song to ‘our song’ for two people and how they’ll always attach those memories to that song.

 “Roller Coaster”- Crash My Party, 2013

“Roller Coaster” was written by Cole Swindell and Michael Carter. It’s about a one-week vacation fling that will leave you feeling twisted like an old beach roller coaster long after the week is over.

“I See You”- Crash My Party, 2013

“I See You” was the sixth and final No. 1 off the Crash My Party album. It was written by Ashley Gorley and Bryan. It’s a song about trying to get over someone but everywhere you look, you’re reminded of them.

“Kick The Dust Up”- Kill The Lights, 2015

“Kick The Dust Up” was the first No. 1 off Kill The Lights – the second consecutive album of Bryan’s that would rack up six No. 1’s. The next album that would come close to this amount is Bryan’s current project: Born Here, Live Here, Die Here, which currently has five. “Kick the Dust Up” was written by Ashley Gorley, Chris DeStefano and Dallas Davidson. Going back to some themes from Tailgates and Tanlines, “Kick the Dust Up” it’s about turning a cornfield into a tailgate party with your friends at the end of a long week.

“Strip it Down”- Kill The Lights, 2015

“Strip it Down” was written by Jon Nite, Bryan, and Ross Copperman. Unlike many of Bryan’s tunes, this song strips things down both figuratively and literally as two people who have lost touch reconnect.

“Home Alone Tonight” (featuring Karen Fairchild)- Kill The Lights, 2015

“Home Alone Tonight” was written by Cole Taylor, Jaida Dreyer, Jody Stevens, and Tommy Cecil. A duet with Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild, this song is about two people who went out that night to get over their ex and are going to help eachother do exactly that.

“Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day”- Kill The Lights, 2016

“Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day” was written by Ben Hayslip, Dallas Davidson, Bryan and Rhett Akins. If Luke Bryan could put his entire brand into one song – this is it.

“Move” – Kill The Lights, 2016

“Move” was written by Jay Clementi, Bryan and Micahel Carter. It’s about falling for a city girl turned country as you see the way she learned how to move to some country music.

“Fast”- Kill The Lights, 2016

“Fast” is the sixth and final No. 1 from Kill The Lights. It was written by Bryan and Rodney Clawson. It’s a song of nostalgia and reflecting on how fast life and time flies by.

“Light it Up”- What Makes You Country, 2017

“Light it Up” is the first No. 1 off Bryan’s What Makes You Country album. It was written by Old Dominion’s Brad Tursi and Bryan. It’s quite the modern problem of waiting for someone to text you after a fight being completely at their mercy, just hoping that you’ll see their text pop up on your phone.

“Most People Are Good”- What Makes You Country, 2018

“Most People Are Good” was written by Frasier, Ed Hill, and Josh Kear. It’s a song about always being able to see the best in people and how some of the simplest things in life can also be the happiest.

“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset”- What Makes You Country, 2018

“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” was written by Chase McGill, Ryan Hurd, and Zach Crowell. It’s about a summer love where life was as simple as sunrise, sunburn, sunset repeat, each and every day with that someone.

“What Makes You Country”- What Makes You Country, 2018

“What Makes You Country” is the title track and the third and final No. 1 from Bryan’s 2018 album. It was written by Ashley Gorley, Dallas Davidson and Bryan. This is a song about not needing to fit a mold of what is or isn’t country, since nobody is to say what it is that makes you country except you.

“Knockin Boots”- Born Here Live Here Die Here, 2019

“Knockin Boots” is the first No. 1 from Bryan’s most recent album – Born Here, Live Here, Die Here. It was written by Gordie Sampson, Hillary Lindsey, and Jon Nite. It’s about needing someone else in the same way that ice needs whiskey, long weeks need a weekend, and sing-alongs need to be sung.

“What She Wants Tonight”- Born Here Live Here Die Here, 2019

“What She Wants Tonight” was written by Jake Mitchell, Jameson Rodgers and Josh Thompson. It’s about a girl that knows what she wants and how to get it – and it just so happens to be him tonight.

“One Margarita”- Born Here Live Here Die Here, 2020

“One Margarita” was written by Josh Thompson, Matt Dragstrem and Michael Carter. It’s about not worrying about anything else going on in life, just having a good time with the people you’re with, one margarita after another.

“Down to One”- Born Here Live Here Die Here, 2020

“Down to One” was written by Dallas Davidson, Justin Ebach, and Kyle Fisherman. It’s about spending the perfect night with someone and wanting one more minute, one more drink, one more song, one more night alone together.

“Waves”- Born Here Live Here Die Here, 2020

“Waves” is the fifth No. 1 off of Bryan’s most recent album and is his most recent chart topper, as of September 2021. It was written by Chase McGill, Ryan Hurd, and Zach Crowell. It’s about summer love and the stars aligning for a perfect night you hope will never end.

“Buy Dirt”- in collaboration with Jordan Davis

When Jordan Davis released “Buy Dirt” with Luke Bryan, it was clear that it was going to be an impressive song. Shortly after finding its way to country radio, “Buy Dirt” deservingly hit the top spot on the country charts.

“Country On” – Prayin’ in a Deer Stand, 2022

Written by David Frasier, Mark Nesler, Mitch Oglesby, and Styles Haury, the song is all about uniting Americans. It is as patriotic and anthemic as it can get, without coming across too cheesy or lacking substance. The song is the perfect song to remind fans across the world that we are all one, no matter our differences.

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Dustin Lynch’s “Thinking ‘Bout You” with MacKenzie Porter Goes #1

Dustin Lynch’s song, “Thinking ‘Bout You” with MacKenzie Porter officially goes number one on the country radio charts.

This week, Dustin Lynch scores his eighth number one song with “Thinking “Bout You.” For his collaborator, MacKenzie Porter, while she has three number one songs on Canadian country charts, the single marks Porter’s very first US number one hit.

Back in March, Lynch released a new version of the song as a single featuring pop-country vocalist, Porter on the track with him. The push-pull of the two distinct voices create an interesting dynamic on the already enticing tune. It was just a matter of time before the track became a hit with fans and radio alike.

“I was just thinkin’ ’bout that weekend out on Cumberland Lake // And that one time in Baton Rouge when we made out in the rain // Where we went chasin’ fallin’ stars on a hill at your daddy’s farm // Don’t be sorry for callin’ me up out of the blue // I was was just thinkin’ ’bout you // Oh, I was just thinkin’ ’bout you”

It is always exciting to see an established entertainer collaborate with a rising artist. It is even more exciting to see the song hit the number one spot! Congrats to Lynch and Porter and their teams on their success!

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“Thinking ‘Bout You” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Zac Brown Band’s “Same Boat” Goes Number One

Zac Brown Band’s latest single, “Same Boat” officially goes number one on the country radio charts, marking their fourteenth hit song.

For over a decade, Zac Brown Band have been entertaining fans across generations. Hit songs like “Chicken Fried,” “Toes,” and “Homegrown” remain mainstays in their catalog and during their live shows. This week, ZBB earn another hit song with their single, “Same Boat.”

Penned by Zac Brown with Ben Simonetta and Jonathan Singleton, “Same Boat” is a true ZBB classic. We knew the song would become a hit from first listen. It truly is an undeniable instant jam. Upbeat and fun, “Same Boat” is simply about the human experience. We all have unique moments in our lives, but life, in general, is something we all go through. In a time where life can feel chaotic and people can feel at odds, ZBB reminds us all that we are all merely humans trying to make sense of life.

“We’re all in the same boat // Fishing in the same hole // Wondering where the same time goes // And money too // Tryna fix the same broke hearts // Wishing on the same stars // We’re all hoping hope floats // And we’re all in the same boat”

Congrats to Zac Brown Band and their team on another number one song! It will be fun to see how ZBB follow up this incredible feat.

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“Same Boat” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.