Lyrics Uncovered

Sam Hunt's "Break Up in a Small Town" lyrics are bringing a cinematic quality to country radio, but according to one of its co-writers, the song didn't come easily.

Billy Currington’s “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To” lyrics almost fell from the ceiling when he met up with co-writers Shy Carter and Cary Barlowe in Nashville.

Jake Owen's "What We Ain't Got" lyrics have helped the singer break through to a new level in his career.

If you were wondering where Carrie Underwood came up with the lyrics to her new song, here you go!

Dustin Lynch has a new song, but where and how did they come up with the lyrics?

While Kelly Clarkson's 'Don't Rush' lyrics were not intended for her originally, the song wound up in her hands and was a perfect fit. Not only did she nail the vocals, but Clarkson also had the good sense to bring in the heavenly voice of Vince Gill, which left the song's three writers -- Natalie Hemby, Blu Sanders and Lindsay Chapman -- beyond thrilled with the outcome.

While there might not be a big story behind the Band Perry's 'Better Dig Two' lyrics, the song has been a surefire hit since hitting country radio. The latest single from the sibling trio was actually born out of an accidental writing session between Shane McAnally, Trevor Rosen and Brandy Clark.

What do you get when you put three of Nashville's hottest songwriters in the same room? Typically, a hit song.

Hunter Hayes' 'Somebody's Heartbreak' lyrics stem from a real-life situation that the 21-year-old CMA New Artist of the Year experienced not that long ago -- an instance which made for a great writing experience with Luke Laird and Andrew Dorff for Hayes' debut album.

Carrie Underwood's 'Two Black Cadillacs' lyrics come from a dark place -- something the singer-songwriter seems to manage well.