What do you think of country music?
It is okay. I actually tend to like blues and folk music more, which is where country music got it's roots.
True. I don't care much for modern country myself. I would prefer to listen to bluegrass. Especially anything with a fiddle.
You know country music actually used to be called hillbilly music decades ago? I find that hilarious!
Ha! It could totally still be called that. Although, it may seem somewhat of an insult.
I think so too! I find it interesting that in 2009, country music was the most listened to during rush hour traffic, and the 2nd most listened to in the morning.
That is interesting. But considering how much more like "pop" music it has become, it's no wonder. The modern style probably appeals to a larger audience.
most popular in the morning commute.
The term "country music" is used today to describe many styles and subgenres. The origins of country music are found in the folk music of working class Americans, who blended popular songs, Irish and Celtic fiddle tunes, traditional English ballads, cowboy songs, and the musical traditions of various groups of European immigrants.
Origins.
Immigrants to the southern Appalachian Mountains of eastern North America brought the music and instruments of Europe along with them for nearly 300 years. Country music
was just doing what he does best with his country roots and I was doing what I knew best with my roots. We were just being true to ourselves," Rexha says. "The meaning is simple and honest, and that's why I think it's resonating with the world. The beautiful thing about music is that it allows you to break boundaries, and that's what I want to be remembered for: breaking boundaries."
Commercial performance.
"Meant to Be" entered the US "Billboard