Top 5 New Country Songs of the Week [July 25, 2025 Edition]
UNITED STATES — Country fans, get ready to refresh your playlists. From stadium anthems to introspective heartbreak ballads, this week’s hottest country songs showcase a brilliant blend of powerhouse vocals, poetic lyrics, and gritty emotional truths.
Here’s a closer look at the Top 5 New Country Songs you need to hear this week, as curated by critics and fans alike.
No. 5 — Walker Hayes, “17 Year Old Problems”
Album: 17 Problems (out August 22)
Why It’s Hot: Walker Hayes dives into his reflective era with a beat-driven track that explores youthful chaos and emotional recklessness. “17 Year Old Problems” is both nostalgic and current, laying the foundation for what might be Hayes’ most personal album yet.
No. 4 — Luke Combs, “Back in the Saddle”
Vibe: Arena-ready, country-rock adrenaline
Why It’s Hot: After a brief quiet period, Luke Combs returns swinging. “Back in the Saddle” packs punchy guitar riffs with Combs’ unmistakable vocal power. It’s a track meant to be blasted loud — and it hints that a new album cycle may be kicking off soon.
No. 3 — Tyler Childers, “Bitin’ List”
Album: Snipe Hunter
Why It’s Hot: This track is pure Appalachian grit. With lines like “And if there ever come a time I got rabies / You’re high on my bitin’ list,” Tyler Childers delivers a venomous breakup song with poetic precision and his signature firebrand style.
No. 2 — Mae Estes, “Mountain of a Man”
Genre-Bending Energy: Classic country meets modern sass
Why It’s Hot: Mae Estes may not be a household name — yet — but her latest single proves she’s ready to headline. With a commanding vocal performance, “Mountain of a Man” is the kind of track that earns replay after replay. Expect big things.
No. 1 — Old Dominion, “Miss You Man”
Emotionally Charged: A ballad with weight and tenderness
Why It’s Hot: Topping this week’s list is Old Dominion’s heartbreak anthem “Miss You Man.” The group continues evolving from catchy hooks to songs that genuinely move listeners. Matt Ramsey delivers melancholy with a signature soft smile that lingers.
Honorable Mention — Struggle Jennings & Bryan Martin, “Don’t Play Your Games (1976)”
A rugged duet that leans into outlaw country roots with modern swagger. It narrowly missed the top five, but still deserves a listen.
Final Thoughts
From veteran hitmakers to rising stars, this week’s country chart proves that the genre is alive with energy, honesty, and bold experimentation. Whether you’re heading to a festival or relaxing with a bourbon, this playlist has something for every kind of country fan.
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