Some are great. Some are pale imitations. But, only one has been deemed Paul McCartney's favorite Beatles cover.

These songs were country hits in the 1970s and later became cultural standards that continue to endure decades later.

But now he’s making good on the reputation “Texas” earned him by linking with rising singer Bailey Zimmerman on new single “All the Way,” the first offering from the former’s upcoming country-rap EP.

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