Chart Chronicles: When Jackson Blocked Strait From a No. 1 + More
George Strait's "Run" could have been another No. 1 hit for the icon -- if it hadn't been for Alan Jackson.
Charts
Country Music Memories: 'It Ain't Nothin'' Goes to No. 1
Jan. 13, 1990, was a bittersweet day for Whitley's friends, family and fans.
Country Music Memories: 'Unanswered Prayers' Hits No. 1
On this day (Jan. 12) in 1991, the song soared to the top of the charts.
Country Music Memories: Martina McBride Hits No. 1
On Jan. 10, 1998, McBride soared to No. 1 with "A Broken Wing."
Country Music Memories: 'Stardust' Certified Quadruple Platinum
On Jan. 9, 1990, 'Stardust' album was certified quadruple platinum.
Country Music Memories: Reba McEntire Earns Her First No. 1 Hit
On Jan. 8, 1983, McEntire earned her first No. 1 hit with "Can't Even Get the Blues."
Country Music Memories: George Strait Hits No. 1
On Jan. 5, 1985, Strait was starting the new year on a high note.
Country Music Memories: 'LeAnn Rimes' Album Goes Platinum
On Jan. 3, 2000, Rimes kicked off the new year -- and the new millennium -- on a high note.
Country Music Memories: Faith Hill Scores Her First No. 1 Hit
On Jan. 1, 1994, Hill started off the new year on a high note.
Country Music Memories: Dolly Parton Earns Her First Gold Album
Parton had already been a country star for a number of years by the time she released her 16th studio album, but the crossover success of the album launched the second phase of her career, in pop music, and earned the superstar her first gold album.