Mindy McCready

People with this sign aren't afraid to break the mold!

Some of these songs bring the artist's career full-circle, while others tell a haunting story of a life cut short.

Country music and drinking have always had an uncomfortably close relationship.

It's more tragic when it's unexpected, as is the case with these country singers who died before their time.

It's more tragic when it's unexpected, as is the case with these country singers who died before their time.

The best country songs about being a strong woman all have a certain independent spirit in common.

Women have ruled the country charts for decades by singing about far more than just love and heartache.

Mindy McCready's career was as promising as anyone could dream when she released "Ten Thousand Angels" to country radio in 1996.

They have known the pain they sing about.

Tragedy can strike anyone, from a neighbor next door to family members to some of the biggest superstars in the world.

May they rest in peace ...

January 5th 1999 Shania Twain's "You're Still The One" receives Grammy nominations for Record and Song of the Year, while Come On Over is up for Album of the Year.