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The Deana Carter Collection

Deana Carter · 2002

44 min · 12 tracks · country music

A heartfelt blend of country storytelling and folk melodies, capturing life’s poignant moments with sincerity and warmth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Strawberry Wine — As Carter's signature song, it encapsulates the nostalgia and bittersweet nature of young love through vivid imagery and relatable storytelling.
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    Did I Shave My Legs For This? — This track cleverly uses humor to address the expectations women face in relationships, showcasing Carter's lyrical wit and personal touch.
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    We Danced Anyway — The song highlights themes of resilience and joy amidst adversity, embodying an uplifting spirit that resonates with listeners and showcases Carter's vocal strength.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling
  • heartfelt reflections on love
  • warmth for nostalgic moments
  • for intimate gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, The Deana Carter Collection came during a phase of reflection for Carter, following her breakthrough debut album Did I Shave My Legs for This? in 1996. By this point, she had established herself as a significant voice in country music, seeking to compile her most beloved tracks while exploring new material.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Strawberry Wine 4:50
  • 2 We Danced Anyway 3:22
  • 3 Did I Shave My Legs For This? 3:13
  • 4 Count Me In 3:25
  • 5 You Still Shake Me 2:49
  • 6 Absence Of The Heart 3:30
  • 7 How Do I Get There 4:10
  • 8 People Miss Planes 3:26
  • 9 I've Loved Enough To Know 3:23
  • 10 Rita Valentine 3:25
  • 11 Graffiti Bridge 3:39
  • 12 Angel Without A Prayer 5:17

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