# Today is International Country Music Day, celebrating one of the world’s most popular music genres. Country music has its origins in the rural southern United States and its roots in blues, church, and American folk music. Today is also the birthday of Hank Williams, one of the most influential country music artists of the 20th century. His most popular songs include Hey, Good Lookin’ and Your Cheatin’ Heart. The world’s best country music artists include Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw, Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Shania Twain.
Celebrate all things country today, with it being International Country Music Day