Very few country music artists have the type of impact where people listen to their songs years later and still know all the lyrics. Luke Combs falls in that category and in this article, you will see 30 of his best songs, which will help you understand the hype around the North Carolina singer.
Luke has a melodic voice that he combines with his poetic lines and rhythmic beats to create songs that captivate the listener. When you go through our list of 30 best Luke Combs songs you will know why he won Top Country Male Artist at the Billboard Music Awards in 2019.
Here are the 30 best Luke Combs songs, listed:
- Beautiful Crazy
- When It Rains It Pours
- Forever After All
- Hurricane
- Even Though I’m Leaving
- Beer Never Broke My Heart
- Better Together
- She Got The Best Of Me
- Lovin’ on You
- One Number Away
- Let the Moonshine
- Does To Me
- What You See Is What You Get
- 5 Leaf Clover
- See Me Now
- Outrunnin’ Your Memory
- Doin’ This
- Joe
- Going, Going, Gone
- Tomorrow Me
- Tattoo On a Sunburn
- The Kind of Love We Make
- Fox in the Henhouse
- Must’ve Never Met You
- Cold Beer Calling My Name
- All Over Again
- The Part
- Love You Anyway
- Moon Over Mexico
- Nothing Like You
1. Beautiful Crazy
One thing you need to know about Luke Combs is that every song has a story behind it, whether it is his own experience or not. This song in particular is about Luke’s wife and her quirks in the song and how she is “beautiful crazy” in his eyes.
Luke sings wholeheartedly about how true love is all about accepting the unique qualities of your person. If you are hopelessly in love with someone and all their qualities then I recommend you listen to this song.
The song went Diamond in the United States along with many other certifications, so you can imagine how much everyone loved it.
2. When It Rains It Pours
This next one on our list is a humorous song that tells the tale of a man and the chain of events that happen in his life after a breakup. He wins a truck, a fishing trip, and even a date with someone new.
Overall the message Luke was trying to send through this song was that after hardships comes a period of blessing and peace. I suggest you give this upbeat and lighthearted song a listen as there is a reason why it was #1 on the Billboard US Hot Country Songs in 2017.
3. Forever After All
Forever After All is a warm, heartfelt song about two lovebirds (the singer and his wife) and how their relationship stands the test of time. It’s about a couple’s honeymoon phase and then moves on to the struggles in a relationship.
Luke celebrates the bond of these two lovers and how no matter what, they still stand together. This is a beautiful song about true love and it was #1 on the US Rolling Stone Top 100 in 2020.
4. Hurricane
Of course, we cannot forget about Luke’s debut single which got him fame and recognition. Hurricane is an intense song about a relationship ending in which Combs uses the metaphor of hurricane to describe the post-breakup heartache.
Perhaps the reason why the song went 9 times platinum in the US was because of how relatable it is. We all have had that one ex to whom we gave a second chance and they completely rocked our world. Luke manages to describe it perfectly in this song.
5. Even Though I’m Leaving
If you have daddy issues then I recommend you stay far away from this touching song about a father and child’s relationship. The protective and loving sentiments of a father are expressed beautifully by Luke in this song.
The soft melody and Luke Combs’ accent in this song are enough to bring tears to anyone’s eyes. This track is like a reassurance letter from a father to his child that is so wholesome that the song topped the charts for a long time.
6. Beer Never Broke My Heart
If you are a fan of beer then this song is right up your alley. In this catchy track, Luke sings about how a beer never broke his heart and was always there for him in every good or bad situation.
The song is playful and upbeat which is why it went 6 times platinum in the US with many other certifications. The music video is particularly fun to watch as you see heartbroken men hunched over a “long neck, ice cold beer” for its comfort.
7. Better Together
As the name suggests, this Billboard #1 US Hot Country Song is about two things that are “better together” instead of apart. Luke sings about things like a guitar and a melody, coffee, Sunday morning, and finally, two lovers that are just meant to be.
This romantic number shows how important it is to find someone who fits together with you like a puzzle piece. It perfectly encapsulates the feelings of finding “the one” for you and how they bring out a better version of you when you’re with them.
8. She Got The Best Of Me
This one is another love song from Luke Combs’ discography that went platinum in three countries because of the painful story behind it. The song is about a past lover and the mark they left on Luke.
This bittersweet feeling of old memories of a person who is long gone from your life is expressed breathtakingly by Luke. This is quite a universal experience so are we surprised if this song was a hit?
9. Lovin’ On You
I think every song on this list is perfect for any lover as this one perfectly captures what it feels like to be madly in love. The song has a fast rhythm, a bit different from Luke’s other songs, but it’s still a fan favorite.
You know when you are in love and everything feels like you’re in a fairytale? Well, Luke puts these feelings into words and now you can go ahead and dedicate this song to your partner and make their day in a couple of minutes.
10. One Number Away
Recently been through a breakup? Thinking about ways things could have gone differently? No worries! Luke Comb has got the perfect song to cry to till your tears dry.
One Number Away is a country music hit that is about the regret one feels after an abrupt end to a relationship. How they spend days wondering that one phone call would have changed the course of things for the better. But it didn’t happen and now you live with the “what-if”s.
11. Let the Moonshine
The instrumental on this one is my favorite in particular especially when you add the chill and laid-back vibe of the whole song. I believe Luke got tired at some point of writing about love and heartbreak so he decided to write a song about other carefree moments in life.
Let the Moonshine is about some friends hanging out together and enjoying a bonfire under the moonshine. The upbeat tempo of this song mixed with the positive aesthetic may not have gotten any certifications but it sure is still a favorite of many fans.
12. Does To Me
In this collaboration with fellow country music singer, Eric Church, Luke talks about the importance in life of being your authentic self. It’s kind of like a reminder to oneself, to not care about other people’s expectations and opinions and just be yourself.
Luke and Eric come together in this soulful masterpiece to give the message that it is important to find people around you that accept you for who you are. I think you should give this song a listen and you’ll see why it was #1 on Billboards US Country Airplay in 2020.
13. What You See Is What You Get
This song is like Does To Me except with the twist of a relationship (of course). The song revolves around the idea of how important it is to be authentic in a relationship.
As you can tell by the name, the singer emphasizes how he’s the same person inside out and how that helps in blooming genuinely in all types of relationships. This song is from his second, chart-topping album, “What You See Is What You Get”.
14. 5 Leaf Clover
Luke Combs uses the 5-leaf clover as a metaphor in this song to explain his gratitude as well as surprise over the blessings in his life. From finding love to fame to everything else, Luke sings charmingly about how it always catches him by surprise that this is his life.
The North Carolinian singer sings in this melodic song about the importance of being thankful for your life. The idea behind this song came to Luke after his friend found a 5-leaf clover, said Combs in an interview.
15. See Me Now
If you have lived a hard life, struggled a lot but still made it out far enough that you’re reading this, then you should go stream this song right now. See Me Now is about a person who faced many obstacles in life but always came back stronger than ever from it.
The personal growth during such times and the feeling of accomplishment are expressed perfectly in this song. In an interview, Combs talks about his grandparents and how they never got to see him all successful in life so he wrote the song “See Me Now”.
16. Outrunnin’ Your Memory
Outrunnin’ Your Memory is a collaboration of Luke Combs and Miranda Lambert and the song flawlessly encapsulates the agony of a heartbroken lover. The track revolves around the desperate need of a person to forget or “outrun” the memories of another person.
Yearning to forget a person or finding a way to erase their existence from your mind is a universal experience. Combs admitted in an interview that this is one of his favorite tracks he’s ever made.
17. Doin’ This
When talking about the meaning behind this song. Luke shared how he frequently gets asked in interviews what he would be doing in life if he wasn’t where he is right now. So in response to those questions, Luke wrote this song.
This track is about how even if he wasn’t a big hit country music singer, he would still be making music no matter if only a bunch of people listened to it. He says how he didn’t have a plan b and this was what he was going to do from the start, whether on a bigger scale or small.
The song was a hit on the charts and earned #1 place on the Billboard Country Airplay in 2022.
18. Joe
This song is a little shout-out to people struggling with alcohol addiction and sobriety, with the song’s lead character talking about the improvements in his life since he quit. Luke said that he wanted to write a song for people who struggle with this.
He did not want people who don’t drink to feel left out when songs about drinking and partying came on. So he wrote one for them, to acknowledge their struggle and accomplishment on being sober.
19. Going, Going, Gone
Change is inevitable in life and Luke Combs wrote a song for it that captures the feelings of such a phase. He sings about how all things come to an end, no matter what it is, and how hard it is to move on from this.
This bittersweet feeling is perfectly described in a heart-wrenching manner by the country singer. The nostalgic vibe this track has is probably why it topped the charts.
20. Tomorrow Me
This song is about a person’s journey towards self-improvement and personal growth. The song revolves around Luke acknowledging his past mistakes and that he has learned from them.
This leads him to try and be a better version of himself tomorrow. He sings about how we have an opportunity to change things every day. I would suggest you check out this song especially if you relate to such feelings.
21. Tattoo On a Sunburn
Like many of his other songs, this one also uses metaphors to explain real-life situations. Tattoo On A Sunburn is about a summer romance and the impression it left on his heart.
It was like a temporary tattoo on sunburnt skin, meaning it was warm and tingly. If you have a summertime fling then this is the perfect song for you!
22. The Kind of Love We Make
The beat of this song stands out amongst other tracks but the passionate singing of Luke stays constant. This one in particular is about a long-lasting love.
The main message of the song is that true love only grows stronger with time. I recommend you watch the music video for this song as it is a lovely portrayal of love.
23. Fox in the Henhouse
This song is a bit different from Luke’s usual themes of love and relationships. It is about a person who is in distress because another person is being deceptive towards them and “fox in the henhouse” is used as a metaphor.
The song is a heartbreaking ballad about a person feeling the betrayal of someone important in life.
24. Must’ve Never Met You
One of the more upbeat tracks of Luke Combs is Must’ve Never Met You which delves into the topic of a person leaving a relationship and the feeling that they must’ve not known how bad the narrator had it for them to leave such a meaningful relationship.
It’s a tragic song, mixing elements of frustration and sadness with feelings of losing love.
25. Cold Beer Calling My Name
One thing about Luke Combs, he sure does love his beer! This country ballad, featuring Jameson Rodgers, is a chill song about enjoying a cold beer with his friends. You may even call it “boy dinner”, as the gen-z say it nowadays.
The song was #1 on the Billboard US Country Airplay in 2020 so you can imagine how much people loved it.
26. All Over Again
As the name suggests, this song is about the happy memories in life and wanting to relive these moments with the person again. It is a soft and warm song about love and how it makes you want to do it all over again.
We’re sure everyone has felt this way at some point in life hence why I would urge you to check this song out immediately.
27. The Part
This is one of the less relatable songs of Luke for the ordinary man but it is still worthy to be on this list. This song is about the struggles that come with fame, particularly with being in the music industry.
He talks about how touring can be a great achievement but it makes you miss out on the lives of those closest to you.
28. Love You Anyway
Another lovely song from Combs about love and how true love means being willing to support the other person when things get tough. It’s a song that makes you realize how important commitment is in a relationship.
The song spoke to many people as it went platinum in the US as well as Canada.
29. Moon Over Mexico
This song is a cute narration of a love story in Mexico, particularly at night time. The song revolves around the excitement of experiencing love in a foreign country and how giddy it makes one feel.
I am yet to experience such a thing but if you have, then feel free to relate to this wholesome song.
30. Nothing Like You
As the name suggests, this country ballad is about someone being in love and how their person is one in a million for them. There is nobody out there who compares to them and they are just irreplaceable.
This is a lovely song and I would suggest you check it out, it will not disappoint you.
FAQs
Which Luke Combs’ song made him famous?
Hurricane was the song that blew Combs’ career to a new height. He released this song independently, meaning he was not under any record label so this is a huge accomplishment for the country music singer, that he made a name for himself.
How many number-one hits does Luke Combs have?
Luke has been dominating the charts for years now and all 17 of his singles have hit number 1 on the charts. Luke seems to be making history and setting new limits for his successors.
Does Luke Combs have a Grammy?
You would think a chart-topping singer like Luke would have many Grammys by now but sadly he has none even though he does have 6 Grammy nominations throughout his career.