jo dee messina

The massive tour takes in more than 45 dates.

It's a celebration of her 1996 breakthrough debut single.

On Feb. 8, 2002, 'Burn' was certified platinum, for sales of one million units.

The album includes some of Messina's biggest country hits.

From "Heads Carolina, Tails California" to today, take a look back at Jo Dee Messina's country music career.

On April 17, 2006, Messina ran the Boston Marathon ... and completed the race, even after injuring her knee.

"Her legacy will live on forever."

Messina songs have a lot of attitude.

There are many -- too many -- country stars who have had cancer or have been personally affected by it in some way.

April showers bring May flowers ... and some really good country songs about rain.