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Top Female Country Singers of All Time

Country music is undoubtedly among the most enjoyable genres in western music! With its roots in American folk music, the genre is popular for its simple folk lyrics and extensive use of string instruments! Though originally dominated by male singers and instrumentalists, the country music scene has over the years seen the emergence of some incredibly wonderful female singers! Not only have these ladies enriched the music scene with their unparalleled contributions, but they have also encouraged numerous girls to venture into this musical genre. Check this list to know about the top female country singers of all time.

1. Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline
    
Birthday: 08 September 1932
Born In: Winchester, Virginia, United States
Sun Sign: Virgo
Died On: 05 March 1963
Since her death, Patsy Cline has been hailed as one of the most respected and influential singers of the 20th century. In 1973, ten years after her death, she became the first female singer to be inducted into the 'Country Music Hall of Fame'.

2. Shania Twain

Shania Twain
    
Birthday: 28 August 1965
Born In: Windsor, Canada
Sun Sign: Virgo
Height: 5′4″
Known as the 'Queen of Country Pop', Shania Twain has sold more than 100 million records, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. In 2011, she was inducted into the 'Canadian Music Hall of Fame'.

3. Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton
    
Birthday: 19 January 1946
Born In: Sevier County, Tennessee, United States
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Height: 5′0″

Dolly Parton holds the record for the most number of top-10 country albums. One of the most decorated country singers, Dolly was inducted into the ‘Country Music Hall of Fame’ in 1999.

4. Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire
    
Birthday: 28 March 1955
Born In: McAlester, Oklahoma, United States
Sun Sign: Aries
Height: 5′7″
Reba McEntire has been described as one of the best country music singers by the 'Billboard' magazine. She has been revered as one of the genre's most influential and entertaining singers.

5. Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood
    
Birthday: 10 March 1983
Born In: Muskogee, Oklahoma, United States
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 5′3″
Carrie Underwood is one of the most successful finds of 'American Idol'. The multiple-Grammy-winning singer, created 'Billboard Hot 100' history with her debut number 'Inside Your Heaven'.