The Top 100 Female Country Songs have shaped the landscape of country music, showcasing the incredible talent and artistry of women in the genre. From timeless classics to contemporary hits, these songs represent the diverse voices and stories that have captivated audiences for decades. Let's dive into this comprehensive list of the most influential and beloved female country songs of all time.

Top 100 Female Country Songs

  1. Jolene - Dolly Parton

  2. I Will Always Love You - Dolly Parton

  3. Crazy - Patsy Cline

  4. Coal Miner's Daughter - Loretta Lynn

  5. I Fall to Pieces - Patsy Cline

  6. Fancy - Reba McEntire

  7. Before He Cheats - Carrie Underwood

  8. The House That Built Me - Miranda Lambert

  9. Ode to Billie Joe - Bobbie Gentry

  10. Stand By Your Man - Tammy Wynette

  11. Strawberry Wine - Deana Carter

  12. Man! I Feel Like a Woman! - Shania Twain

  13. She's In Love With The Boy - Trisha Yearwood

  14. Breathe - Faith Hill

  15. Follow Your Arrow - Kacey Musgraves

  16. I Hope You Dance - Lee Ann Womack

  17. Goodbye Earl - The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks)

  18. My Church - Maren Morris

  19. Tim McGraw - Taylor Swift

  20. Rose Garden - Lynn Anderson

  21. Independence Day - Martina McBride

  22. Concrete Angel - Martina McBride

  23. Born to Fly - Sara Evans

  24. How Do I Live - LeAnn Rimes

  25. Kerosene - Miranda Lambert

  26. Gunpowder & Lead - Miranda Lambert

  27. Mama's Broken Heart - Miranda Lambert

  28. Girl Crush - Little Big Town (Karen Fairchild on lead vocals)

  29. The Way You Love Me - Faith Hill

  30. This Kiss - Faith Hill

  31. It Matters to Me - Faith Hill

  32. There You'll Be - Faith Hill

  33. Blown Away - Carrie Underwood

  34. Jesus, Take the Wheel - Carrie Underwood

  35. Something in the Water - Carrie Underwood

  36. Church Bells - Carrie Underwood

  37. Travelin' Soldier - The Chicks

  38. Not Ready to Make Nice - The Chicks

  39. Wide Open Spaces - The Chicks

  40. Cowboy Take Me Away - The Chicks

  41. You're Still the One - Shania Twain

  42. That Don't Impress Me Much - Shania Twain

  43. Any Man of Mine - Shania Twain

  44. From This Moment On - Shania Twain

  45. Love Story - Taylor Swift

  46. Our Song - Taylor Swift

  47. You Belong with Me - Taylor Swift

  48. Mean - Taylor Swift

  49. Blue - LeAnn Rimes

  50. Can't Fight the Moonlight - LeAnn Rimes

  51. Walkaway Joe - Trisha Yearwood

  52. How Do I Live - Trisha Yearwood

  53. XXX's and OOO's (An American Girl) - Trisha Yearwood

  54. The Song Remembers When - Trisha Yearwood

  55. Blame It on Your Heart - Patty Loveless

  56. You Don't Even Know Who I Am - Patty Loveless

  57. Here You Come Again - Dolly Parton

  58. 9 to 5 - Dolly Parton

  59. Islands in the Stream - Dolly Parton (with Kenny Rogers)

  60. Why'd You Come in Here Lookin' Like That - Dolly Parton

  61. Coat of Many Colors - Dolly Parton

  62. You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man) - Loretta Lynn

  63. Don't Come Home A-Drinkin' (With Lovin' on Your Mind) - Loretta Lynn

  64. Fist City - Loretta Lynn

  65. One's on the Way - Loretta Lynn

  66. The Pill - Loretta Lynn

  67. Does He Love You - Reba McEntire (with Linda Davis)

  68. The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia - Reba McEntire

  69. Is There Life Out There - Reba McEntire

  70. Consider Me Gone - Reba McEntire

  71. Whoever's in New England - Reba McEntire

  72. What Part of No - Lorrie Morgan

  73. Something in Red - Lorrie Morgan

  74. Five Minutes - Lorrie Morgan

  75. Harper Valley PTA - Jeannie C. Riley

  76. Delta Dawn - Tanya Tucker

  77. Strong Enough to Bend - Tanya Tucker

  78. Two Sparrows in a Hurricane - Tanya Tucker

  79. It's a Little Too Late - Tanya Tucker

  80. Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses - Kathy Mattea

  81. Love at the Five and Dime - Kathy Mattea

  82. Where've You Been - Kathy Mattea

  83. Down at the Twist and Shout - Mary Chapin Carpenter

  84. He Thinks He'll Keep Her - Mary Chapin Carpenter

  85. Passionate Kisses - Mary Chapin Carpenter

  86. Shut Up and Kiss Me - Mary Chapin Carpenter

  87. Girls Lie Too - Terri Clark

  88. I Just Wanna Be Mad - Terri Clark

  89. Better Things to Do - Terri Clark

  90. Poor Poor Pitiful Me - Linda Ronstadt

  91. Blue Bayou - Linda Ronstadt

  92. When Will I Be Loved - Linda Ronstadt

  93. You're No Good - Linda Ronstadt

  94. Don't Know Why - Norah Jones

  95. Merry Go 'Round - Kacey Musgraves

  96. Space Cowboy - Kacey Musgraves

  97. Rainbow - Kacey Musgraves

  98. Girl - Maren Morris

  99. The Middle - Maren Morris

  100. The Bones - Maren Morris

The Impact of Female Artists in Country Music

This list represents a diverse mix of classic and contemporary female country songs, showcasing the immense talent and contributions of women to the genre over the years. From Dolly Parton's iconic "Jolene" to Maren Morris's recent hit "The Bones," these songs have left an indelible mark on country music and popular culture.

Trailblazers and Legends in Country Music

Many of the artists featured in this list are considered trailblazers and legends in the country music industry:

Contemporary Country Music Powerhouses

The list also highlights the incredible talent of contemporary female country artists:

Country Music Crossover Success

Many of these songs have achieved crossover success, appealing to audiences beyond traditional country music fans:

Conclusion

The Top 100 Female Country Songs list is a testament to the incredible talent, diversity, and impact of women in country music. From heartbreak ballads to empowering anthems, these songs have resonated with audiences for generations and continue to inspire new artists in the genre. As country music evolves, one thing remains clear: the voices of female artists will continue to shape and define the sound of country for years to come.

Richard Sutherland

RichardSutherland@bitsnspurs.org

Richard is a western lifestyle author for Bits N' Spurs, the weekly newsletter that keeps pace with today's rodeo. His articles are featured on dozens of rodeo and Western related websites and provide a window to the world of cowboy culture.