Music

Why Are Controversial Country Songs Dominating the Charts?

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Oliver Anthony’s surprise smash “Rich Men North of Richmond” is just the latest backlash-inducing single to top the Hot 100 this year.

Kyndall Cunningham
Kyndall Cunningham
A photo illustration of country singers Oliver Anthony, Jason Aldean, and Morgan Wallen.
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