The Boot Staff
25 Years Ago: Faith Hill Hits No. 1 With ‘This Kiss’
On May 16, 1998, Hill landed at the top of the charts with her single "This Kiss."
54 Years Ago: Merle Haggard Records ‘Workin’ Man Blues’
On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.
34 Years Ago: Keith Whitley Dies
Whitley died at the age of 33 from alcohol poisoning.
74 Years Ago: Hank Williams Gets His First No. 1 Song With ‘Lovesick Blues’
On May 7, 1949, Williams earned his first No. 1 hit, with "Lovesick Blues."
34 Years Ago: Naomi Judd Marries Larry Strickland
Rest in peace, Naomi.
Top 10 Country Wedding Songs
There's no bigger moment in a person's life than the day they exchange vows, and country music is rich with love songs filled with pledges of undying love and devotion, perfect for couples on that most special of days.
64 Years Ago: Randy Travis Is Born in Monroe, N.C.
Happy birthday, Randy!
34 Years Ago: Clint Black Releases His Debut Album, ‘Killin’ Time’
On May 2, 1989, Black released his debut album, 'Killin' Time,' which sold more than 3 million copies and spawned five No. 1 hits.
45 Years Ago: Willie Nelson Releases ‘Red Headed Stranger’
When Nelson recorded 'Red Headed Stranger' in 1975, his record label thought it was too difficult a listening experience to succeed.
30 Years Ago: Charley Pride Joins the Grand Ole Opry
Happy Opry anniversary, Charley Pride!