Lee Ann Womack

Womack's songs are some of the most traditional-sounding in contemporary country music.

Sure, some of these artists scored major hits, but if you ask us, they're due a much bigger spot in the genre's history books.

If you're cut from the cloth of those that just don't like country music, we understand -- kind of.

Get ready to laugh at these now-vintage classics.

Congratulations, graduates!

Just like Aaron Lee Tasjan, Lilly Hiatt and other peers labeled as Americana, Sellers writes guitar rock while embracing country storytelling.

"With that song, I didn't write it as a duet, but ..."

In 1998, some of country's favorite stars shared new albums with the world.

"Sometimes I think people have forgotten what country music is."

On July 8, 2000, Womack's single "I Hope You Dance" landed at the top of the charts.