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A great country song—whether traditional, mainstream, alt, or outlaw—feels like it boils the crazy complexities of real life down to a few short verses. Magic, huh? Powerful, detailed, and concise, the songs here represent storytelling at its best—not just within country’s confines but extending into lyrical pop and singer-songwriter fare too. Our editors regularly update this playlist. If you like a song, add it to your library.