The Boot Staff

On May 10, 2008, Underwood was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

There's no bigger moment in a person's life than the day they exchange vows, and country music is rich with love songs filled with pledges of undying love and devotion, perfect for couples on that most special of days.

"I don't think they were quite so sure that they had what they had ..."

Did you know all of this?

Nelson's trademark braids make him one of the most instantly recognizable celebrities in the world -- but he looked a little (okay, a lot) different in his early years.

Do you agree?

To Rodney Atkins, country music lets you know you're not alone.

Do you agree?

Do you have a favorite?

Whether you're a lifelong fan or a country music newbie, there's always something to learn and someone new to discover.

From seasoned legends to tween newcomers, the country music pool diversified hugely in the first decade of the 2000s -- not only in demographics but also in sound.

Theirs is a love story of persistence.