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28. Juli 2009 · At the Grand Ole Opry ca 1992.
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28. Apr. 2021 · The state song of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, The Bluegrass State. Lyrics in English: The sun shines bright on the old Kentucky home ‘Tis summer, the people are gay; The corn top’s ripe and...
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15. März 2010 · Rock1945. 1.22K subscribers. 230K views 14 years ago. ...more. The Everly Brothers - Kentucky (take 7)Recorded: August 16, 1958Written by: Karl DavisKentuckyYou are the dearest land outside of...
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- “Kentucky Rain” by Elvis Presley
- “Kentucky Woman” by Neil Diamond
- “Kentucky Straight” by Johnny Cash
- “Bourbon in Kentucky” by Dierks Bentley
- “Coal Miner’S Daughter” by Loretta Lynn
- “Blue Kentucky Girl” by Emmylou Harris
- “Kentucky Gambler” by Dolly Parton
- “Dumas Walker” by The Kentucky Headhunters
- “Blue Moon of Kentucky” by Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys
- “Kentucky in The Morning” by Tom T. Hall
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The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, earned the nickname with his prolific body of work and unique popular style. He penned songs about a myriad of places throughout the United States, so it’s no wonder he popularized this one about Kentucky! “Kentucky Rain” is actually a cover written by well-regarded songwriters of the day. That was not unco...
Our second song, the hit “Kentucky Woman,” was written, performed, and popularized by Neil Diamondin 1967. Though there has been controversy over who penned the song, this credit goes to him. The debate stems from the numerous covers of this classic tune by bands like Deep Purple and is a testament to its popularity. These days, almost all songs ar...
Kentucky Straight is the name given to undiluted bourbon. The resulting whiskey is stronger than usual and quite popular throughout the Bluegrass State. The song that shares the liquor’s name was a hit for Johnny Cash off his Any Old Wind that Blows album. The singer nicknamed his wife Kentucky Straight, and the song is a tribute to her. Cash relea...
Bourbon is one of the first things folks tend to associate with Kentucky, so it’s no wonder it pops up as a theme throughout the songs on this list! “Bourbon In Kentucky” is one of the more literal of these songs by country artist Dierks Bentley. Bentley’s lyrics describe a brutal breakup, after which the protagonist relies on bourbon to quell his ...
The song “Coal Miner’s Daughter” is by country music legend Loretta Lynn, who hails from Kentucky herself. It was released as a single in the early 1970s and quickly became a huge hit. The song is largely autobiographical, describing Lynn’s upbringing in rural Kentucky as the daughter of a miner during the Great Depression. That lends the melody a ...
Country music songwriter Johnny Mullins first composed “Blue Kentucky Girl.” Loretta Lynn first recorded it before the song rose to popularity again when Emmylou Harrismade a version. Harris’ version is slightly smoother and more pop-oriented than Lynn’s, but they both tell a similar melancholy story. The “blue Kentucky girl” described in the lyric...
Country music singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has won countless awards and accolades over her decades-long career. She was in her prime when she recorded “Kentucky Gambler” for her 1975 albumThe Bargain Store. The song describes a man who leaves everything behind to pursue a lucky gambling streak in Nevada. When his luck eventually runs out, his Ken...
Country and Southern rock band the Kentucky Headhuntersreleased “Dumas Walker” in early 1990, and it quickly became a hit. The song oozes Southern hospitality and a yearning for simpler times, describing a night of entertainment in Kentucky. Burgers, beers, a drive-in movie, and a game of marbles are all part of the evening described by the Headhun...
Kentucky is known as a hub for the Appalachian Bluegrass musical tradition. Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boyswere pioneers of this musical movement, and “Blue Moon Of Kentucky” has long been known as the official bluegrass anthem of its namesake state. In the lyrics, the singer is struggling with heartbreak beneath a Kentucky blue moon but still w...
This Kentucky tribute is a less popular one than others on our list, but it truly brings to mind the vibes of the state. There’s a nostalgia for “Kentucky In The Morning” as the singer is poetic about the sights while just passing through. Tom T. Hallwas born in rural Kentucky and brings this authenticity to all his home-state tributes. The influen...
Explore the musical history and culture of Kentucky through 15 songs that mention or celebrate the state. From Elvis Presley to Dolly Parton, discover the stories and styles behind these tunes.
19. Dez. 2023 · Explore the diverse musical genres and themes of songs about Kentucky, from bluegrass to country to rock. Learn about the history, culture, and people of The Bluegrass State through these tracks.
31. März 2022 · 1. Kentucky Rain by Elvis Presley. “Kentucky Rain” comes off of Elvis From Elvis in Memphis album and features that classic Elvis sound that we all know and love him for. This song perfectly captures the feeling of the beautiful state of Kentucky and is one of my favorites that the artist has ever released.
17. Apr. 2017 · Olive Hill, KY native Tom T. Hall sings many songs about Kentucky, but his track “It’s Got To Be Kentucky For Me”, is his best. Essentially, the song describes many places and the reasons he loves them, but just like myself, Kentucky and all its beauty has his heart.
