Three chords and the truth: Where country's big moment might go next
Summary
More artists are making country music, and people are listening to it more, especially in the UK. Pop stars are also adding their own touches to the country music style.Key Facts
- Some pop stars, like Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, are including elements of country music in their songs.
- A song named "The Giver" by Chappell Roan made it to number two in the UK charts in March.
- People in the UK listened to country music 25% more this year compared to last year, according to numbers from music streaming platforms.
- British country singer Neeve Zahra hopes that more interest in country music in the UK could lead to more recognition for local artists.
- A country music album by Beyoncé, called "Cowboy Carter", divided opinions but introduced new artists to listeners, according to podcaster Matt Clewes.
- Country music streams in the UK have grown by 154% since 2019, the year "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus was released.
- A song named "Please, Please, Please" by Sabrina Carpenter, re-released with Dolly Parton, was number one in the UK for five weeks.
- The popularity of country music is increasing five times quicker in the UK than in the US, according to Apple Music.
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