Top 10 Songs by Garth Brooks

By Kris Karkoski, published Sep 25, 2006
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Garth Brooks has been recording chart-topping singles since 1989. Emerging on the scene and becoming a near immediate success, Brooks has sold nearly 150 million albums worldwide. According to some sources, Garth Brooks is even the number one selling artist of the twentieth century surpassing Elvis. His hits have been vast and include many different styles. As quick as he entered the music scene he disappeared from it, announcing his retirement in 2000. This list complies his ten best tracks that spanned across his 12-year career.




Top 10 Songs by Garth Brooks




1. “If Tomorrow Never Comes”
This song that propelled Brook’s to his initial stardom was released on his self-titled album in 1989. The song topped the U.S. Country charts at a remarkable number one. His first mainstream hit introduced his voice to avid country fans of the time and made him a new mainstay on country radio.




2. “The Dance”
“The Dance” is one of Brook’s slower songs and as such, has a unique memorable quality. This song is regarded as one of the top songs to be played at graduation due to its emotional feel and versatile lyrics. Two different meanings can be attributed to the songs, most commonly the end of a loving relationship and dying because of something they believed in. This song also topped the United States Country charts at number one and continues to receive airplay to this day.




3. “Friends in Low Places”
Often referred to as the most memorable opening notes of any song as well as being one of the most recognized songs world wide, “Friends in Low Places” is often considered his best work as well as one of his most memorable. The song is most noted for it’s different pace as well as lyrics one can relate to. If you’re looking for a classic sample of the musical style of Garth Brooks, this is definitely a song you should give a listen to.




Top 10 Songs by Garth Brooks

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Takeaways
  • Garth Brooks has sold nearly 150 million albums
  • He retired in 2000 during the prime of his career
  • Brooks met nearly instant success in 1989 when he broke onto the music scene
Did You Know?
According to some sources, Garth Brooks is even the number one selling artist of the twentieth century surpassing Elvis.
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excellent list, well done =)

Posted on 04/20/2008 at 1:04:51 PM

 
I love Garth! I'm actually sitting here watching his new DVD set.

Posted on 11/07/2006 at 12:11:00 AM

 
does anyone kno0w how many #1 hits garth had in his carrer??????

Posted on 11/01/2006 at 1:11:00 PM

 
Where is "Calling Baton Rouge?

Posted on 10/25/2006 at 3:10:00 AM

 
I love his music! The Thunder Rolls & Friends in Low places are probably my favorites. Maybe he will return one day, but he will have a hard time topping the great songs that he has made in the past.

Posted on 09/28/2006 at 12:09:00 AM

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