Gretchen Wilson

Country stars live glamorous lives, but it hasn't always been glitz and glory for your favorite artists.

The "Redneck Woman" singer brought none of her signature bravado to the stage before singing a simply sweet rendition of "I'll Fly Away."

Her version of the song solidified her as a serious competitor on the newest season of the NBC reality show.

On June 21, 2004, Wilson struck gold -- and platinum.

In 2004, Wilson flipped the script for women in country music with her debut single.

On May 29, 2004, Wilson earned her first No.1 hit with her debut single, "Redneck Woman," from her album 'Here for the Party'.

Wilson says that her 2004 hit single "Redneck Woman" was inspired by Hill's "Breathe" music video.

On March 5, 2004, Wilson released her debut single, "Redneck Woman," to radio.

You know the old saying "You never get a second chance to make a first impression"? Well, that's just as true in music as it is in life!

How fun!