Although they are considered classics now, many of country’s most beloved songs stopped shy of No. 1 on Billboard‘s
country chart. In no particular order, here are 10 memorable tracks that missed the top spot yet remain entrenched in country
music history.
“Crazy,” Patsy Cline
Cline’s magnificent
rendering of a ballad written by Willie Nelson stands as one of the
most beautiful country songs of all time. It made its way to No. 2 in 1957.
“God Bless the USA,” Lee
Greenwood
For nearly 30 years, Greenwood’s patriotic number has been sung in sporting events, social functions
and stages across America. “God Bless the USA” climbed to No. 7 in 1984.
“Go Rest High on That Mountain,” Vince
Gill
Gill has comforted countless souls with this heartfelt hymn. Patty
Loveless and Ricky Skaggs provide gorgeous vocal harmonies. It
ascended to No.
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