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The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day is all about celebrating the hardworking spirit of everyday Americans, and country music has always honored that lifestyle.

From sunup to sundown, country artists have been singing about grit, determination, and the pride of putting in a hard day’s work.

So, as you fire up the grill, relax with family, or head out on a road trip this Labor Day weekend, here are the best country songs about hard work to add to your playlist.

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

1. “9 to 5” – Dolly Parton

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

2. “Take This Job and Shove It” – Johnny Paycheck

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

3. “Hard Workin’ Man” – Brooks & Dunn

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

4. “Forty Hour Week (For a Livin’)” – Alabama

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

5. “Working Man Blues” – Merle Haggard

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

6. “Shiftwork” – Kenny Chesney ft. George Strait

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

7. “Working Man’s Ph.D.” – Aaron Tippin

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

8. “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” – Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

9. “Coal Miner’s Daughter” – Loretta Lynn

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com

10. “Good Time” – Alan Jackson

The Best Country Songs About Hard Work for Labor Day Weekend was originally published on hankfm.com