INQ-110 | Wit & Wisdom in Country Music

Full Title: You Ain’t Woman Enough to Take My Man: Wit, Wisdom, Poetry, and Incorrect Grammar in Country Music

Topic Description:

In this course we take a closer look at the lyrics of American country music. Culture or cliche? From the ”tear in my beer” variety like MAMA TRIED (Merle Haggard) to the heartfelt and lyrical COAT OF MANY COLORS (Dolly Parton) to revenge songs such as GOODBYE EARL (The Chicks) to lighthearted RED SOLO CUP (Toby Keith), there is passion, rage, regret, wisdom, mirth, and truth. We will also examine the roots of country music, the instruments, the changes in the genre and personalities synonymous with country music such as Parton, Haggard, Lynn, Brooks, Williams, and more. Lyrics of country music: Lovin’, Livin,’ and Learnin’.

Counts as Global? No

Topic Approved: February 2023