Loretta Lynn, the Queen of country music, passed away peacefully at her home in Tennessee yesterday. She was 90 years old. The Kentucky-born coal miner’s daughter wrote songs that contrasted the stereotypical image of most female country singers. She fearlessly made music about the harsh realities of life and love as a woman in Appalachia.

The world lost a pillar of country music and a strong female artist whose powerful voice and songwriting made a lasting impact on the industry. Today we remember Loretta Lynn through her original music, collaborations, duets, and more. For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear to celebrate the life and legacy of Loretta Lynn?

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Songs Played:
Loretta Lynn – Uncle Sam
Loretta Lynn – Everything It Takes feat. Elvis Costello
Loretta Lynn – One’s On The Way feat. Margo Price
Loretta Lynn – Portland Oregon
Loretta Lynn – As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone feat. Conway Twitty
Loretta Lynn – Don’t Come Home A’ Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind)
Loretta Lynn – Sweet Dreams
Loretta Lynn – The Pill
Loretta Lynn – High On A Mountain Top (Bonus Track!)