Billboard's staff picks the greatest country songs of the past century that have made us love, cry, drink and dance. In many ways, country music tells the story of America. There is the celebration of ...

From sea to shining sea, music has defined how Americans see themselves -- and their country. On the Fourth of July, these songs and artists have captured the essence of the United States.

Conclusion These 19 songs tell the story of America's musical evolution from 1946 to 1964, chronicling the journey from post-war ballads to rock and roll revolution.