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At Songwriter City, we have the privilege of working with some of the most accomplished songwriters in the world. Many of their songs have reached #1 on the charts — an achievement that few in the industry ever reach. But the truth is, the songs our writers bring to the stage aren’t just hits. They’re evergreens.
What Makes a Song Evergreen?
An evergreen song isn’t bound by a season or trend. It’s the kind of song that continues to connect with people long after its release. These are the songs that get played at weddings, funerals, graduations, that define summers, and that people still sing word-for-word years later. They aren’t just popular — they’re enduring.
Think of songs like Live Like You Were Dying and If You’re Reading This (Tim McGraw), In Color (Jamey Johnson), Jesus Take The Wheel and Before He Cheats (Carrie Underwood), The House That Built Me (Miranda Lambert), Need You Now (Lady A), You’re Gonna Miss This (Trace Adkins), There Goes My Life (Kenny Chesney), A Thousand Years (Christina Perri), Always Remember Us This Way (Lady Gaga), Party In The U.S.A. and The Climb (Miley Cyrus), One Call Away (Charlie Puth), and I Can’t Make You Love Me (Bonnie Raitt). All written by Songwriter City partners, all chart-toppers, award nominees, or winners and all still just as powerful years later.
Awards and Recognition
Many of these songs are more than memorable, they’ve been celebrated at the highest levels. GRAMMY wins. CMA and ACM “Song of the Year” awards. Golden Globe and Oscar nominations. Dozens more nods across every major music awards stage.
But awards alone don’t define an evergreen. Some of the most powerful moments at our shows come from songs that may not have taken home a trophy but were nominated, recognized, or most importantly cemented in the hearts of millions.
Genre-Defining and Enduring
Some songs reshape entire genres. Jesus Take The Wheel helped launch one of the most iconic voices in modern country music. In Color became a storytelling benchmark. A Thousand Years turned into a timeless wedding anthem. Always Remember Us This Way defined a film moment that crossed generations. I Can’t Make You Love Me remains one of the most respected ballads in all of popular music. These songs are more than hits. They’re milestones in music history. And our roster is full of them.
Why Evergreen Songs Elevate Events
When our songwriters perform these evergreens, they don’t just play music, they invite audiences into the story of songs that have shaped lives and careers. The combination of hearing a song everyone knows and learning the story behind it creates an emotional impact unlike anything else.
That’s why a Songwriter City experience isn’t simply a showcase of talent. It’s an encounter with music history. The kind of moment that resonates long after the event ends. Because #1 hits are unforgettable, but evergreen songs are timeless.
