Many stereotypes about Tennessee are outdated, misleading, or just plain wrong—here are 12 key myths about Tennesseans that should be put to rest right now.
12 Tennessee Stereotypes to Debunk
Everyone loves only country music: While Nashville is the heart of country, the state is home to blues, jazz, hip-hop, indie rock, and much more.
It’s nothing but farmland: Tennessee’s cities are booming hubs of business, technology, and culture—far from rural-only.
All Tennesseans are uneducated: The state boasts notable scientists, writers, and top universities; the “dumb Southerner” stereotype is simply false…