31 Best Tim Mcgraw Songs
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12. If You’re Reading This
Song Year: 2007
“If You’re Reading This” entails a soldier who writes a letter for his loved one, hoping he could get one more kiss. The song takes a heartbreaking turn when the soldier tells his wife that he won’t be there when she gives birth, but she has his blessing if she wants someone else.
Tim Mcgraw has performed the song in multiple events including at the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas in 2007.
13. Shotgun Rider
Song Year: 2007
When Tim Mcgraw first wrote the romantic song, he claimed it was up-tempo. The man mentioned in the song wants his loved one to ride a shotgun and will not love anyone else but her.
“Shotgun Rider” has reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and thirty-eight on the Billboard Hot 100.
14. Highway Don’t Care
Song Year: 2013
Tim Mcgraw writes about someone he loves, and he finds it difficult to live without her. The woman has a habit of texting while driving, crashing her car. The lady is in a fatal condition, but the doctors save her life.
“Highway Don’t Care” has received over ten awards, including the Musical Event of the Year in the Country Music Association Awards in 2007. Other awards Tim Mcgraw has received for this hit include the International Video of the Year and Collaborative Video of the Year in 2014.
15. Humble and Kind
Song Year: 2016
“Humble and Kind” narrates the story of a lady who takes her kids to school and returns home. While sitting in the dining room, the lady sees a guitar and starts playing it. The couple is tired and has no choice but to eat spaghetti, which takes around 10 minutes to cook. They write the song because the kids may not understand why they cooked it for dinner.
The inspiring song has won multiple awards, including the Best Country Song at the 59 Annual Grammy Awards.
16. Better Than I Used to Be
Song Year: 2012
“Better Than I Used to Be” is about being open with your partner and accepting your weaknesses. In some lines, the narrator regrets his past and is willing to become a better person. The songwriter adds that he still has bad habits and is trying to be an angel to his family and friends.
17. Where the Green Grass Grows
Song Year: 1997
The songwriters were inspired by the need to change the scenery. The song is about a man about to leave his city for his hometown. Initially, the man left his hometown hoping to find greener pastures. However, it’s now time to return to his home, raise his young family, and live the simple life he has always desired.
18. She Never Lets It Go to Her Heart
Song Year: 1996
Tim Mcgraw released “She Never Lets It Go to Her Heart” before he married Faith. The singer narrates about a lady who remains humble despite instant fame and never lets success change her personality. He says that everyone loves her woman wherever they go. The singer trusts her woman because she is always loyal and never lets anyone come between them.
She Never Lets It Go to Her Heart” is the singer’s 4th single to have reached position one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs.
19. Angry All the Time
Song Year: 2001
The ballad tells about a couple growing apart as they raise kids. At first, their relationship was perfect, but now it has become toxic. The man still loves her partner but must leave because he thinks the woman no longer loves him. He is hurt since his marriage isn’t working, and his significant other is becoming aggressive.
In July 2001, the song debuted at number forty-eight on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Track. It has also appeared on US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) at number one.
20. Indian Outlaw
Song Year: 1994
Featured on the singer’s 2nd album, Not a Moment Too Soon, the song is about a rebellious American Indian character. The man in “Indian Outlaw” is proud to be a Native American and regularly identifies as an Indian outlaw. He remembers his roots and their participation in unique practices like smoking a pipe and making tom-toms.
“Indian Outlaw” was the second fastest-selling hit after “Achy Breaky Hearty” in 1994.
21. Back When
Song Year: 2004
The songwriters were inspired to write “Back When” when Stephony Smith saw a snake while making breakfast. The up-tempo song narrates how the singer remembers the past and how modern slang couldn’t be used for sexual and drug references. The singer argues that life in the 60s was simpler but outdated.
