The Best of Reba McEntire
28 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · gospel
A heartfelt collection of country ballads showcasing emotional storytelling and Reba's powerful vocals.
Why this album works
This compilation album reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and was certified Platinum by the RIAA, demonstrating its commercial appeal. Critics praised McEntire's ability to convey deep emotion through her music, contributing to her legacy as a pioneering female artist in country music during a transformative era.
- Best for
- heartfelt storytelling with emotion quick listen for busy days early energy to uplift mood
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'The Best of Reba McEntire' marked a significant moment in her career as it compiled her most successful hits from the late 1980s. By this time, McEntire had established herself as a leading figure in country music, following the commercial success of her album 'Rumor Has It'. This greatest hits compilation solidified her status, setting the stage for her continued influence in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loretta Lynn· Dolly Parton· Emmylou Harris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (You Lift Me) Up to Heaven Standout 2:48
- 2 There Ain’t No Future in This 2:36
- 3 I Don’t Think Love Ought to Be That Way 2:43
- 4 Only You (and You Alone) 2:50
- 5 I’m Not That Lonely Yet Standout 2:47
- 6 Can’t Even Get the Blues Standout 2:28
- 7 Today All Over Again 3:18
- 8 Why Do We Want (What We Know We Can’t Have) 2:39
- 9 My Turn 3:19
- 10 You’re the First Time I’ve Thought About Leaving 2:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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