While winter may have sucked the country music life out of you, it may be time to invigorate yourself again with a little southern style. To do so, let's take a look at the top 10 country songs since 2000, starting at number 10.
10. "Love Story" - Taylor Swift
Many regard the 2008 hit as the song that jump-started the pop culture than has taken over country music in the last ten years or so.
9. "Chicken Fried" - Zac Brown Band
Released in 2008 on "The Foundation," "Chicken Fried" quickly became the anthem of the Zac Brown Band. The song was originally recorded in 2003 by front man Zac Brown but was re-recorded for the 2008 album. It still remains popular among many country music fans.
8. "Springsteen" - Eric Church
Regarded as country music's biggest rebel, Eric Church brings his New Jersey side out in "Springsteen." You know that the original Springsteen, Bruce Springsteen, is proud of the singer-songwriter Church has become today. Check out the Church's performance of "Springsteen" from the 2012 CMA Awards.
7. "Before He Cheats" - Carrie Underwood
After winning "American Idol" in 2005, the single off the 2006 album "Some Hearts" quickly catapulted Underwood to one of the top female singers in country music. Today, she is regarded as one of the top country artists in Nashville.
6. "Bless the Broken Road" - Rascal Flatts
Ten years ago, no band was hotter than Rascal Flatts. Lead singer Gary LeVox's instantly recognizable vocals add a special dimension to the song, which has become a staple in Rascal Flatts' concerts.
5. "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue (The Angry American)" - Toby Keith
Initially only played in live shows, "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue" cemented Toby Keith as the most patriotic man in country music. Once recorded in studios, the song became a hit for Keith.
4. "Travelin' Soldier" - Dixie Chicks
Released in 2002 off the album "Home" and after the attacks of 9/11, "Travelin' Soldier" hits close to the heart of every husband, wife, father and mother of an American soldier.
3. "I Hope You Dance" - Lee Ann Womack
The song has become popular at weddings and dances around the country. It brings together parents and children, making the 2000 hit feel timeless.
2. "Live Like You Were Dying" - Tim McGraw
Written about the death of his father, Tim McGraw released what many feel is one of the best recent country songs of all time. The emotional lyrics tug at the heart of every person who has lost a loved one.
1. "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" - Alan Jackson
Written to capture the emotions of Americans during a time in history that will never be forgotten, Alan Jackson did his best to grab people's hearts and describe how everyone was feeling after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
