15 Best Female Country Singers We All Know and Love

Carrie Underwood has one of the most iconic revenge songs in country music history. Country fan or not, you've probably belted out the chorus of her 2006 hit "Before He Cheats." Carrie rose to fame after winning the fourth season of the televised singing competition American Idol.

It should go without saying that Reba McEntire is a staple in the world of country music. Fun fact: She is the only female country artist to have No. 1 hits in four straight decades: the 1980s, '90s, '00s, and '10s.

Not even Jolene could stop us from including the "Queen of Country" on this list. Dolly's hits such as "9 to 5" and "I Will Always Love You" have solidified her status as one of the greatest in the industry.

Shania Twain has sold over 75 million albums globally, proving that she's a dynamic force in country music.

Taylor's sound was originally rooted in the country tradition, but she has since branched out to other genres with overwhelming success. She has nine studio albums, 11 Grammy awards (including three for "Album of the Year"), and 114 million albums sold worldwide. As Barbara Walters once said, "Taylor Swift is the music industry."

Mickey Guyton is a vocal powerhouse who is taking country music by storm. Her stellar performances of "Black Like Me" at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards and “What Are You Gonna Tell Her?” at the 2020 ACM Awards prove that she was born for the stage.

With hits such as "Bluebird" and "Gunpowder & Lead," Miranda Lambert has made her mark on country music. Her songs range from revenge-seeking ballads to melodies you'd play at weddings — showing that she's diverse in her craft.

Lucinda Williams has left a major footprint on country music with her unique Southern gothic flair. With numerous critically acclaimed albums, such as Car Wheels on a Gravel Road and Essence, Lucinda has demonstrated her staying power in the industry.

Faith Hill's 1998 hit country-pop song "This Kiss" is a tune we still belt out today. You know the lines we're talking about, too. "It's the way you love me. It's a feeling like this. It's centrifugal motion. It's perpetual bliss." 🎶

Kacey Musgraves has been making music for some time but her commercial breakthrough came in 2018 when she released her fourth studio album, Golden Hour. The album went on to win four Grammy Awards and earned her a spot as one of the opening acts for Harry Styles: Live on Tour.

Martina McBride is known for her stunning soprano voice and pop crossover success. While performing is still a big part of her life, she's also the host of the podcast "Vocal Point."

This country star started singing at the early age of 3. She released a rendition of Bill Mack's "Blue" at just 13 years old. The success of this song changed her life and made her a household name.

Yola is a British singer-songwriter whose soulful take on country music has earned her six Grammy nominations.

Loretta Lynn's life, music career, and personality is well known and loved in the world of country music and beyond. The Oscar-winning movie Coal Miner's Daughter tells the fictionalized story of her life.

You probably know her hits “She’s in Love with the Boy,” “Walkaway Joe,” and “How Do I Live." Trisha Yearwood has helped shape the industry into what it is today.