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Jon Pardi's "Head Over Boots" Defined an Era
27 Aug
Summary
- "Head Over Boots" topped the Country Airplay chart.
- The song was inspired by a Texas dancehall visit.
- It is now certified seven-times Platinum by the RIAA.

Jon Pardi's 2015 single "Head Over Boots" became a significant moment in country music, offering a throwback sound that stood out. The track, which incorporated elements of Western swing, was inspired by Pardi's visit to a dancehall in central Texas during 2013.
Released as the lead single from his sophomore album, California Sunrise, "Head Over Boots" achieved its peak position on Billboard's Country Airplay chart. This success marked Pardi's first career No. 1 on that particular list.
The song has since been certified seven-times Platinum by the RIAA, underscoring its massive popularity. The 10th-anniversary edition of California Sunrise, which has achieved triple-platinum status, was released on June 12. Pardi has continued to top the charts, with "Last Night Lonely" being his most recent No. 1 hit.