Etymology

outlaw country

Today it means: An American subgenre of country music that became popular during the 1970s, fusing older styles (such as honky-tonk) with newer styles including rock and blues, characterized by an outlaw image. Full definition →

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Often said to be derived from the Waylon Jennings song "Ladies Love Outlaws." The genre was named in reference to its rebellious attitude compared to the then-prevalent Nashville sound and the growing popularity of country pop.

Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.