The 9 Legendary Icons of Country Music

George Strait

Often referred to as the “King of Country.” Famous for hits like “Amarillo by Morning” and “Check Yes or No.” Strait currently holds the record for most number.

Keith Urban

An Australian country artist with a successful career in the United States. Known for songs like Somebody Like You and Blue Ain’t Your Color.

Blake Shelton

A popular country artist and a coach on “The Voice.” Known for songs like “God’s Country” and “Honey Bee.”

Alan Jackson

A traditional country artist with a distinctive voice. Known for songs like “Chattahoochee” and Remember When.

Merle Haggard

An influential figure in the Bakersfield sound of country music. Famous for songs like “Mama Tried” and Okie from Muskogee.

George Jones

His emotional, distinctive voice made him a legend. Famous for songs like He Stopped Loving Her Today.

Kenny Rogers

A versatile artist with a successful career in both country and pop music. Famous for songs like “The Gambler” and Islands in the Stream.

Garth Brooks

One of the best-selling artists of all time. Known for hits like “The Dance” and “Friends in Low Places.” Brooks is one of the world’s best-selling music artists.

Waylon Jennings

An outlaw country music pioneer. Famous for songs like “Good Hearted Woman” and Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.