mindy mccready

Some of these songs bring the artist's career full-circle, while others tell a haunting story of a life cut short.

Country music and drinking have always had an uncomfortably close relationship.

It's more tragic when it's unexpected, as is the case with these country singers who died before their time.

You know "Carlene" and "Just Another Day in Paradise," but did you know Phil Vassar also wrote these country hits for other artists?

Rest in peace.

The country talent would have turned 47 today.

Legends such as Hank Williams Jr., Randy Travis and George Jones, among others, have found themselves in trouble with the law

It's more tragic when it's unexpected, as is the case with these country singers who died before their time.

They have known the pain they sing about.

The best country songs about being a strong woman all have a certain independent spirit in common.