1986 – Country Universe

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Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Hank Williams Jr., “Mind Your Own Business”

March 29, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 3

Hank Jr. closes out 1986 with an all-star rave up.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Conway Twitty, “Fallin’ For You For Years”

March 27, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 1

Conway delivers his Warner Bros. swan song.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Don Williams, “Then it’s Love”

March 26, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 1

This jaunty, derivative track is the final No. 1 single of the decade for Don Williams.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: The Judds, “Cry Myself to Sleep”

March 25, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 1

The legendary early run of the Judds comes to an end.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Michael Johnson, “Give Me Wings”

March 23, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 3

The latest faded soft rock star lands in Nashville.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: T. Graham Brown, “Hell and High Water”

March 22, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 3

T. Graham Brown arrived fully formed with a clear point of view and an instantly recognizable sound.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: The Bellamy Brothers with The Forester Sisters, “Too Much is Not Enough”

March 20, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 1

The novelty of this collaboration pushes it over the finish line.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: George Strait, “It Ain’t Cool to Be Crazy About You”

March 19, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

George Strait’s adept phrasing skills make this ballad soar.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Alabama, “Touch Me When We’re Dancing”

March 18, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 3

The bottom falls out of the Alabama formula.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Crystal Gayle, “Cry”

March 16, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 2

Crystal Gayle’s latest No. 1 single features a stunning vocal performance.

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