With lyrics about back roads, dirt roads and one stop light towns, country music is no stranger to showcasing what small town life is all about.
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Often, country stars flock to these small communities to film videos for their biggest songs. From the open fields of Texas to the main streets of Tennessee and Oklahoma artists like Midland, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton and more are filming music videos in the towns that show the essence of true southern roots.
Take a look at these 10 small southern towns serving as the backdrop to some of your favorite country music videos.
Lockhart, Texas
Midland burst onto the scene with their debut single, "Drinkin' Problem," and that track's video also highlights the town of Lockhart, Texas. The clip shows the band driving along the open fields, selling moonshine out of the trunk of their car.
Poyen, Ark.
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The music video for "Small Town U.S.A." is an ode to Justin Moore's hometown of Poyen, Ark., which also inspired the tune. In the clip, Moore plays guitar in front of local landmarks across Poyen.
Smithville, Texas
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Filmed in Smithville, Texas, the video for "Vice" shows Lambert as she emerges from a car wreck and walks the streets of her hometown. She stops for drinks and cigarettes before heading out of town in a black sedan.
Franklin, Tenn.
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Brad Paisley put out a casting call for locals in the small Tennessee town of Franklin when shooting his music video for "Heaven South." Franklin, Tenn. is a charming town just a few miles south of Nashville. In the clip, Paisley drives down country roads and into the town square where fans are waiting to sing along.
