Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection
Reba McEntire · 1999
35 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · gospel
A heartwarming blend of country and gospel, filled with festive spirit and emotional resonance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartwarming holiday spirit steady festive pacing family gathering sing-alongs
- Context
- By 1999, Reba McEntire was a household name in country music, coming off her commercial peak in the mid-90s with hits like 'The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia'. 'Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection' marked her first foray into holiday-themed music, showcasing her versatility as an artist while appealing to her established fanbase during the holiday season. This album followed her successful career trajectory and solidified her status as a staple in both country and mainstream music.
- If you like
- country, folk, gospel
Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection is an album by Reba McEntire, released in 1999. A heartwarming blend of country and gospel, filled with festive spirit and emotional resonance. This album is notable for its warm reception among fans and its significant contributions to holiday music within the country genre. It includes the beloved track 'Mary, Did You Know', which has since become a contemporary Christmas classic covered by numerous artists. The album also reflects McEntire's ability to bridge traditional and modern sounds, influencing how country artists approach seasonal music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection sound like?
A heartwarming blend of country and gospel, filled with festive spirit and emotional resonance. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection by Reba McEntire notable?
This album is notable for its warm reception among fans and its significant contributions to holiday music within the country genre. It includes the beloved track 'Mary, Did You Know', which has since become a contemporary Christmas classic covered by numerous artists. The album also reflects McEntire's ability to bridge traditional and modern sounds, influencing how country artists approach seasonal music. By 1999, Reba McEntire was a household name in country music, coming off her commercial peak in the mid-90s with hits like 'The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia'. 'Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection' marked her first foray into holiday-themed music, showcasing her versatility as an artist while appealing to her established fanbase during the holiday season. This album followed her successful career trajectory and solidified her status as a staple in both country and mainstream music.
Who is Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection for?
Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection works well if you're into heartwarming holiday spirit, steady festive pacing and family gathering sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection?
Secret of Giving: A Christmas Collection has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 This Is My Prayer for You 3:40
- 2 I Saw Mama Kissing Santa Claus Standout 3:44
- 3 One Child, One Day 3:31
- 4 Mary, Did You Know Standout 3:21
- 5 Up on the Housetop 2:07
- 6 The Angels Sang 3:45
- 7 Santa Claus Is Coming Back to Town 3:35
- 8 The Secret of Giving Standout 3:55
- 9 This Christmas 3:52
- 10 ’Til the Season Comes ’round Again 3:34
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 8 sec
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