Source: Billy Currington performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle) / Getty
A decade goes fast in country music! In 2026, a wave of hit songs from 2016 officially turns 10, marking a moment when country radio was blending tradition with a modern edge and crossover appeal.
From songs that dominated summer playlists to tracks that became staples at tailgates and barroom jukeboxes, 2016 delivered country hits that still feel fresh today. These were the songs that soundtracked road trips, breakups and late nights.
As these singles hit the 10-year mark, it’s worth revisiting the country songs that defined an era and still resonate with fans. Here are 20 country songs turning 10 in 2026.
‘American Country Love Song’ – Jake Owen
Released: March 4, 2016
“American Country Love Song” earned Jake Owens his sixth No. 1 song on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, and peaked at No. 55 on the Billboard Hot 100.
‘Better Man’ – Little Big Town
Released: Oct. 20, 2016
Written by Taylor Swift, “Better Man” was recorded by Little Big Town. The single won the band “Song of the Year” at the 2017 CMA Awards, and “Best Country Duo/Group Performance” at the Grammys.
‘Blue Ain’t Your Color’ – Keith Urban
Released: Aug. 8, 2016
“Blue Ain’t Your Color” netted Keith Urban the “Single of the Year” and “Favorite Country Song” awards at the 2017 CMA Awards and American Music Awards, respectively. It also went to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts.
‘Came Here to Forget’ – Blake Shelton
Released: March 8, 2016
“Came Here to Forget” earned Blake Shelton his 22nd number one song, after it topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
‘Castaway’ – Zac Brown Band
Released: April 25, 2016
“Castaway” was released as the sixth single for Zac Brown Band’s fourth studio album, Jekyll + Hyde. It peaked at No. 14 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
‘Church Bells’ – Carrie Underwood
Released: April 11, 2016
“Church Bells” earned Carrie Underwood her 15th number one song on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
‘Dirt on My Boots’ – Jon Pardi
Released: Sept. 19, 2016
Jon Pardi earned his second No. 1 single on the Country Airplay chart with “Dirt on My Boots.”
‘For Her’ – Chris Lane
Released: Aug. 29, 2016
“For Her” was released as the second single for Chris Lane’s album, Fix. It peaked at No. 17 on the Hot Country Songs chart.
‘Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day’ – Luke Bryan
Released: March 14, 2016
“Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day” earned Luke Bryan his 14th number one single on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
‘Hurricane’ – Luke Combs
Released: Oct. 3, 2016
“Hurricane” was the debut single for Luke Combs, released for his debut album, This One’s for You. It earned Combs a number one single on the Country Airplay chart.
‘I Know Somebody’ – LOCASH
Released: Feb. 22, 2016
“I Know Somebody” gave LOCASH their first number-one country song, topping the Country Airplay chart.
‘It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To’ – Billy Currington
Released: Feb. 8, 2016
“It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To” rose to No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart, marking the 10th time Billy Currington achieved the feat.
‘Lights Come On’ – Jason Aldean
Released: April 1, 2016
“Lights Come On” reached No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart.
‘My Church’ – Maren Morris
Released: Jan. 19, 2016
“My Church” was the debut single for Maren Morris, from her debut album, Hero. The song helped Morris pick up the Grammy award for “Best Country Solo Performance.”
‘My Girl’ – Dylan Scott
Released: July 11, 2016
“My Girl” is a song off Dylan Scott’s debut self-titled album. It was his first number-one country song, topping the Country Airplay chart.
‘Snapback’ – Old Dominion
Released: Jan. 11, 2016
The second single from Old Dominion’s debut studio album, Meat and Candy, “Snapback” peaked at No. 2 on the Country Airplay chart.
‘Somewhere on a Beach’ – Dierks Bentley
Released: Jan. 18, 2016
The lead single from Dierks Bentley’s eighth studio album, Black, “Somewhere on a Beach” peaked at No. 1 on the Country Airplay and Hot Country Songs charts.
‘T-Shirt’ – Thomas Rhett
Released: Feb. 16, 2016
“T-Shirt” earned Thomas Rhett the No. 1 position on the Country Airplay chart, making it his sixth consecutive single to do so.
‘Vice’ – Miranda Lambert
Released: July 18, 2016
“Vice” was the lead single off of Miranda Lambert’s sixth studio album, The Weight of These Wings. It peaked at No. 2 on the Hot Country Songs chart, and picked up seven nominations across the Grammy Awards, ACM Awards and CMT Music Awards.
‘Wanna Be That Song’ – Brett Eldredge
Released: May 23, 2016
“Wanna Be That Song” rose to No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart. It was the third single from Brett Eldredge’s second studio album, Illinois.
