Picture this – you’re on the road with cowboy boots on the dash when you turn on the radio just in time to hear your favorite country love song. That’s every country fan’s dream scenario, isn’t it? Unfortunately, you can’t rely on one station to give you the *exact* vibes you’re looking for. That’s why we’ve compiled the best country love songs to add to your most romantic playlists.
Country music has the power to convey all emotions, from happiness and joy to anger and grief, but in our opinion, the genre is best for expressing true feelings of love. In case you need more proof, take a look at some Hollywood – uh, from Nashville – the oldest couples to prove that love still exists (Tim McGraw and Faith Hill! Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd! Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood!).
Many of those classic country songs you grew up listening to like Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” and Shania Twain’s “You’re Still the One”, are all about the big heartthrob. And we can’t forget the more recent LOVE bops, which include Kacey Musgraves’ “Golden Hour,” Kelsea Ballerini’s “I Hate Love Songs,” and Rascal Flatts’ “Back to Life.” It doesn’t matter if you’re dating someone new, still looking for that special someone, or been with your SO forever, you’ll find something on this list that will blow you away on the dance floor.
Ahead, check out 15 country love songs that never fail to warm our hearts.
1
“Wanted” – Hunter Hayes
Now, we’re not the person Hunter Hayes sings about (unfortunately), but after a few listens, we certainly feel “Wanted.”
2
“The body as a secondary road” – Sam Hunt
This super catchy 2020 hit has gone viral for a reason: it’s the perfect upbeat love song that will have you dancing in no time.
3
“Chase After You” – Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd
Creating a super romantic and relaxing song with your country singing partner is basically #MusicIndustryGoals, FYI.
4
“Love Is Not” – Eli Young Band
We can feel our standards rising as we listen to the Eli Young Band tell us what we shouldn’t seek in love.
5
“Need You Now” – Lady A
We’ll leave that choice to you here when you’re a little heartbroken and “can’t stop staring at the door” wishing they “come sweeping like you did before”.
6
“Love Story” – Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift does the Shakespearean tale of Romeo and Juliet seems so much more appealing than the OG story.
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“Die Happy” – Thomas Rhett
When Thomas Rhett says he’d give up all the beautiful sights in the world to be with you, you can’t argue with that!
8
“Speechless” – Dan + Shay
*Bookmarks as our first dance song.*
9
“I Wanna Be Crazy” – Hunter Hayes
I think we can all agree that we want an “I can’t sleep, I can’t breathe without your love” type of relationship.
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“I Need You” – Faith Hill and Tim McGraw
Soft acoustic accompaniment sets the stage for breathtakingly romantic lyrics like “I want to wrap the moon around us and lay down next to you.”
11
“You’re Still the One” – Shania Twain
This iconic ballad won big at the 1998 Grammy Awards, winning both Best Female Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Song.
12
“I Will Always Love You” – Dolly Parton
Although most people know this song via Whitney Houston, it was actually written by the one and only Dolly Parton.
13
“Return to Life” – Rascal Flatts
“No matter what we listen to, spin it around the living room, and I crumble every time.” Oh !
14
“The Golden Hour” – Kacey Musgraves
Anyone who’s taken a photoshoot on Instagram knows how important (and beautiful) golden hour is. Huge compliment from Kacey here!
15
“I Hate Love Songs” – Kelsea Ballerini
This doo-wop, retro, and country mashup is the perfect way to tell your crush how you feel about them.
Abby Dupes
Abby is an editorial assistant at Seventeen, covering pop culture, beauty, life and health.
