There are 14 country stars who are not receiving the level of respect they deserve. While Dwight Yoakam may have been considered the most disrespected singer in country music, we recently discovered another legendary country act whose accomplishments were overlooked.
Yoakam's batting average at the CMA, ACM, and Grammy Awards is only .081, with a record of 3-37. Despite this low average, he has managed to secure three wins. The Bellamy Brothers, on the other hand, have not been as fortunate.
The Bellamy Brothers, David and Howard, have achieved an astonishing record of 0-29 at the three most prestigious country music award shows. Despite receiving numerous nominations in the duo category, they have never managed to secure a win. Their lack of recognition is such that even the Taste of Country team did not include them in their list of deserving artists who are not yet in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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It appeared to be an obvious expectation that they would have arrived by now.
It is possible that you might feel just as upset as we did about this type of disrespect. We suggest using a stress ball, a CBD gummy (if it is legal), or any other method that helps you stay calm while scrolling through the list. Below, there are 14 artists mentioned, and it is important to note that this list only includes well-established acts that deserve more respect.
We will set aside the discussion about contemporary country singers who are not given the respect they deserve for a different occasion.
Included in this list are two highly esteemed female soloists, as well as three well-known musical groups. Billy Ray Cyrus, despite the potential for disagreement, has undeniable evidence supporting his inclusion. It is only fair to grant him and his 13 companions the recognition they deserve.
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