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Country Hits

Anne Murray · 1987

46 min · 15 tracks · soft rock · adult contemporary music · country pop

Warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling define this collection of country-pop classics that resonate with personal and universal themes.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo storytelling warm melodies for quiet moments nostalgic reflections on love
Context
Released in 1987, 'Country Hits' came during Anne Murray's successful phase in the 1980s, following her commercial high point with 'Something to Talk About' in 1986. By this time, she had established herself as a leading figure in country and adult contemporary music, making this album a strategic move to appeal to both existing fans and new audiences.
If you like
soft rock, adult contemporary music, country pop

Country Hits is an album by Anne Murray, released in 1987. Warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling define this collection of country-pop classics that resonate with personal and universal themes. This album marked a significant milestone for Anne Murray, showcasing her ability to reinterpret classic country songs while maintaining chart success. It includes hits like 'Just Another Woman in Love,' which solidified her status as a cross-genre artist, appealing to both country and pop listeners alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Country Hits sound like?

Warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling define this collection of country-pop classics that resonate with personal and universal themes. Rooted in soft rock and adult contemporary music.

What makes Country Hits by Anne Murray notable?

This album marked a significant milestone for Anne Murray, showcasing her ability to reinterpret classic country songs while maintaining chart success. It includes hits like 'Just Another Woman in Love,' which solidified her status as a cross-genre artist, appealing to both country and pop listeners alike. Released in 1987, 'Country Hits' came during Anne Murray's successful phase in the 1980s, following her commercial high point with 'Something to Talk About' in 1986. By this time, she had established herself as a leading figure in country and adult contemporary music, making this album a strategic move to appeal to both existing fans and new audiences.

Who is Country Hits for?

Country Hits works well if you're into steady mid-tempo storytelling, warm melodies for quiet moments and nostalgic reflections on love.

How many songs are on Country Hits?

Country Hits has 15 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·46:40

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Cotton Jenny 3:03
  • 2 He Thinks I Still Care Standout 2:54
  • 3 Son of a Rotten Gambler 3:09
  • 4 Walk Right Back 2:43
  • 5 Lucky Me 3:05
  • 6 Blessed Are the Believers 2:42
  • 7 It's All I Can Do 2:51
  • 8 Another Sleepless Night 3:06
  • 9 Hey! Baby! 2:35
  • 10 Somebody's Always Saying Goodbye 3:27
  • 11 A Little Good News Standout 3:10
  • 12 Just Another Woman in Love Standout 2:59
  • 13 Nobody Loves Me Like You Do 3:53
  • 14 Time Don't Run Out on Me 3:42
  • 15 I Don't Think I'm Ready for You 3:14

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

46 min 40 sec