Hank Williams

Hank Williams defined modern country in just six years before his death at 29, leaving 11 number-one singles and stone-cold classics like 'Your Cheatin’ Heart.' His influence outperforms #8 Loretta Lynn in cross-genre reach, inspiring everyone from Bob Dylan to Elvis. Despite a career 90% shorter than the average artist here, he sold over 10 million records and earned the title 'Hillbilly Shakespeare.'