The Boot Staff

On Sept. 7, 1979, Jennings' 'Greatest Hits' album was certified platinum, for sales in excess of one million units.

They may be stars now, but some of country music's most popular performers really paid their dues in their early days.

On Aug. 31, 1994, Walker earned his first platinum record with his self-titled debut album.

On Aug. 5, 1989, Parton soared to the top of the charts with her single "Why'd You Come in Here Lookin' Like That."

On May 2, 1989, Black released his debut album, 'Killin' Time,' which sold more than 3 million copies and spawned five No. 1 hits.

It's a BOP!

What a huge achievement!

What a night for Kacey Musgraves!

Dolly Parton is the QUEEN!

Woo-hoo!