Confession: I'm not a country music fan. The genre never managed to find its way to me. Growing up, my dad listened to the Eagles, Queen, and The Rolling Stone. My mom favored the disco tracks of Earth Wind & Fire and The Bee Gees. The neighborhood kids listened to hip-hop and, in my desperation to be cool, I followed my older brother's lead and listened to alternative rock.
I may not be the biggest country music fan, but I am a fan of Nashville. The country soap opera has a lot to offer: Connie Britton's hair, Hayden Panettiere's heart-wrenching performances, and all the drama you could ask for. Perhaps it's greatest offering, though, is its original music.
It's no secret that musical heavyweights like T-Bone Burnett and Buddy Miller have served as executive music producers of the show. The combination of these seasoned producers and singer-songwriters with the sheer talent the show has cultivated has produced true moments of musical brilliance.
There just aren't very many shows where the original music works outside of the context of the episode — but when Nashville is on fire, it's on fire.
These are the 16 best Nashville songs, ranked. Please SHARE and let us know if you think this does the series justice!
16. "Ball and Chain" by Connie Britton & Will Chase
Rayna and Luke muse on their commitment issues for this classic-sounding country song.
15. "Hennessee" by Sam Palladio, Jonathan Jackson, and Chaley Rose
There's a reason why the crowd is going wild with this harmonized little ditty.
14. "If I Didn't Know Better" by Sam Palladio and Clare Bowen
The chemistry between these too… I can't even.
13. “The Best Songs Come From Broken Hearts” by Connie Britton
The title says it all, honey.
Wait until you see what's on page 2 — you're not going to be able to stop singing it!
12. "Why Can’t I Say Goodnight” by Clare Bowen and Sam Palladio
I repeat: the chemistry between these two!
11. "Undermine" by Hayden Panettiere
Some of the best moments are when Juliette is pining.
10. "Wrong Song" by Hayden Panettiere ft. Connie Britton
Whenever Juliette and Rayna get together, the result is fire.
9. "Be My Girl" by Sam Palladio, Jonathan Jackson, and Chaley Rose
Why isn't this a radio hit, yet?
Click to page 3 for more catchy tunes!
8. "Trouble Is" by Hayden Panettiere
This one is a show stopper.
7. "Change Your Mind" by Sam Palladio and Clare Bowen
Scarlet's voice truly shines on this track.
6. "A Life That's Good" by Lennon & Maisy Stella
You can see the pride in Rayna's eyes.
5. "Don't Put Dirt On My Grave" by Hayden Panettiere
When Juliette Barnes doesn't take crap from anybody she gives me life.
Love everything you've heard so far? Well, prepare to be blown away — the top 4 are to die for!
4. "Ho Hey" by Lennon & Maisy Stella (Lumineers cover)
One of the most memorable and adorable moments from early on in the series.
3. "Nothing In This World Will Ever Break My Heart Again" by Hayden Panettiere
Juliette brought me to my knees.
2. "Telescope" by Hayden Panettiere
The only official Nashville music video is still a classic.
1. "Believing" by Chip Esten & Lennon Stella
The most-watched Nashville song is why I won't stop rooting for Lennon Stella.
