outlaw country
An American subgenre of country music that became popular during the 1970s, fusing…An American subgenre of country music that became popular during the 1970s, fusing older styles (such as honky-tonk) with newer styles including rock and blues, characterized by an outlaw image.
Meaning
1 senses(uncountable)An American subgenre of country music that became popular during the 1970s, fusing older styles (such as honky-tonk) with newer styles including rock and blues, characterized by an outlaw image.
Origin
Often said to be derived from the Waylon Jennings song "Ladies Love Outlaws." The genre waOften said to be derived from the Waylon Jennings song "Ladies Love Outlaws." The genre was named in reference to its rebellious attitude compared to the then-prevalent Nashville sound and the growing popularity of country pop.
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable
See also
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