American Songwriter has published a light-hearted list feature highlighting four classic country duets so compelling that listeners often end up singing both vocal parts themselves. The piece celebrates the interplay between famous duet partners, arguing that strong chemistry, contrasting voices and witty or emotive lyrics are what make these songs stand out as singalong favourites, whether performed with a partner or solo.

The four tracks featured are John Prine and Iris Dement's "In Spite Of Ourselves", Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash's 1963 hit "Jackson", Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton's "Islands In The Stream", and Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson's version of "Pancho And Lefty" (originally written by Townes Van Zandt). Each is praised for a different quality, from Prine and Dement's tender, quirky lyricism to Cash and Cash's fiery vocal sparring, Rogers and Parton's dancefloor-friendly rhythm, and Haggard and Nelson's contrasting vocal styles.

– A feature list of four country duets deemed irresistible to sing along to
– Picks include Johnny & June Cash's "Jackson" and Rogers/Parton's "Islands In The Stream"
– Also featured: John Prine/Iris Dement and Merle Haggard/Willie Nelson duets