This "Story Behind the Song" interview was conducted in the same building the song was made in, 27 years ago. "Achy Breaky Heart" was written by Don Von Tress and ultimately recorded by Billy Ray ...

Billy Ray Cyrus released "Achy Breaky Heart" was sweeping the nation in the spring of 1992, and though the song was about how the singer's titular ticker was in danger of bursting, it was the song ...

NASHVILLE — In 1992, Billy Ray Cyrus had the tightest pants, the longest mullet and dance moves reminiscent of Elvis Presley. Then came the mercilessly catchy song that catapulted the struggling ...

Billy Ray Cyrus‘ “Achy Breaky Heart,” one of the most controversial recordings in Nashville history, launched a five-week run at No. 1 on Hot Country Songs 30 years ago, on May 30, 1992. One week ...

Thirty-one years ago today (May 30, 1992), Billy Ray Cyrus sealed his fate as a bona fide country music star. The singer's debut single, "Achy Breaky Heart," from his freshman album, Some Gave All, ...

In 1992, Billy Ray Cyrus had the tightest pants, the longest mullet and dance moves reminiscent of Elvis Presley. Then came the mercilessly catchy song that catapulted the struggling singer from ...