Top Country Songs 2012

As we prepare to close the book on 2012 and ring in a shiny, new year, we thought we'd pause for a moment and look back on the year in country music ... and what a year it was!

As only country music can do, a slew of standout songs this year put us in a better mood, whether it be through storm clouds or the shinin' sun ... cowboys or angels ... or, of course, motorboatin'.

Click the button below to see Taste of Country's picks for 2012's cream of the country music crop. Then let us know your favorite songs of the year in the comments section underneath the gallery, or tweet to us @thebootdotcom.