Our Readers Said These 4 Country Legends Deserve a Monument—Do You Agree?
If country music had its own Mount Rushmore, whose faces would be carved into the stone? We asked y’all to weigh in—and the responses did not disappoint. From legends of the Grand Ole Opry to today's modern trailblazers, LCtoday readers came through with some serious passion for their favorites. Here's what folks around Lawrence County had to say:
The Most Mentioned:
Johnny Cash – The Man in Black showed up in nearly every list, proving his legendary status spans generations.
George Jones – With his raw emotion and iconic voice, "The Possum" earned his rightful spot.
Willie Nelson – Braids, bandana, and a whole lotta heart. Willie remains a fan favorite.
George Strait – The King of Country himself was another regular pick, known for his smooth vocals and timeless hits.
Also Frequently Named:
Merle Haggard – The working man's poet with songs that told stories straight from the soul.
Hank Williams (and Hank Jr.) – The father-son duo that helped define multiple eras of the genre.
Dolly Parton – Only one reader listed her, but we all know she’s country royalty.
Chris Stapleton – A more modern pick, but no doubt a powerhouse vocalist.
Alan Jackson, Waylon Jennings, Dwight Yoakam, and Conway Twitty – All had strong support as well.
Off-the-Wall or Just Plain Fun Picks:
Beyoncé, courtesy of Jay A Gee (we’ll assume he’s stirring the pot, but hey—we support bold choices).
Beethoven, Elvis, and Taylor Swift, via Isaac Gonzalez (now that’s a concert lineup we’d pay to see).
Gid Tanner & the Skillet Lickers – A deep cut from Bud Masterson that reminds us: country roots run deep.
So... who’s really on that mountain?
If we had to go by sheer mentions, Johnny Cash, George Jones, Willie Nelson, and George Strait would take the stone-carving honors. But honestly, the variety in your responses shows just how wide and deep country music runs in the hearts of fans.
Whether you're partial to the legends of yesterday or the chart-toppers of today, one thing’s for sure—country music is built on storytelling, heart, and soul. The classics laid the groundwork with grit and grace, while today’s artists continue to evolve the sound, blending tradition with new voices and fresh takes. Together, they form a bridge from the past to the future, proving that no matter the era, country music still knows how to speak straight to the heart.
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