Amazon.com Two things hit you while listening to this two-disc, 35-song collection. First: Reba McEntire, one of country's most twangy, yet recognizable and singular voices, has consistently chosen material that captures life's dramatic moments of consequence, whether it's the decision to leave a romantic coupling, face up to a failed relationship with a parent, or handle the passing of a loved one. And second: in the course of her 23-year career, several of her 33 #1 hits slipped up to the top of the charts virtually unnoticed, and seem hardly memorable today (e.g., "I Know How He Feels"). Yet the best of her work ("Whoever's in New England," "Rumor Has It") remains as emotionally resonant today as when it first appeared. Not only a fine singer, however, McEntire picked up the mantle of woman-to-woman songs first carried by Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette. Long before Martina McBride began singing songs of social relevance, McEntire had been encouraging and empowering women to change their lives--to look beyond their roles as dutiful wives and mothers ("Is There Life Out There")--if perhaps more subtly than McBride. Reba #1's contains two new tunes: "You're Gonna Be," a mother's loving lessons for her child; and "Love Needs a Holiday," which recounts a married couple's much-needed motel getaway. The latter sounds like it could be the theme song to a spin-off of McEntire's TV sitcom, but the former, much like her most-loved songs, comes packed with wisdom for anyone attempting to navigate the unsettling storms of life. --Alanna Nash Product description CD Review Reba's very biggest singles are all present here. Her natural charm and sass are apparent. -- Country Weekly - 1/2/06 - 4 Stars! Whether she's accompanied by a steel guitar or a synthesizer (or both), her focus is elegant storytelling. -- New York Times - 12/2/05 About the Artist From "Cant Even Get the Blues" in 1982 to "Somebody" in 2004, Reba McEntire has been delivering number one songs for many years. Her name and voice are synonymous with country music. Reba now marks that career by turning in a 35-song compilation of her number one singles, plus two brand new recordings. Reba #1s is a celebration of a career that has included 33 #1 hits, 29 albums, multiple awards and countless shows and performances. This album is a collection of the songs country music fans have known and loved for over two decades. As a mainstay on country radio, Rebas music has become a soundtrack for the human experience. She has put words to our heartache with songs like "You Lie," "Somebody Should Leave" and "Rumor Has It"; inspired us with "Im A Survivor" and "How Was I To Know"; and broke our hearts with "The Greatest Man I Never Knew" and "And Still." And no one can deliver a love song like the redhead from Oklahoma "Somebody" and "Forever Love" gave us hope that love really does conquer all. The first new single from Reba #1s, "Youre Gonna Be," speaks of a mothers love for her child through all of the ups and downs that life brings. The soaring chorus is a mix of advice, encouragement and inspiration. A second new song, "Love Needs A Holiday," is an upbeat tale of a married couple who just needs a break from the daily grind. Both songs teem with the passion and talent Reba fans know and love, and listeners will recognize a piece of themselves in the stories they tell. That talent has also brought her a slew of awards and honors, including 15 American Music Awards, 12 Academy of Country Music awards, 7 Country Music Association awards and 2 Grammys. In a career that has now expanded beyond music, Reba is also a multiple award winner in the acting arena. Her critically acclaimed Broadway debut in 2001s ANNIE GET YOUR GUN was awarded both the Drama Desk and Outer Critics awards. Now in its fifth season, her self-titled TV show, REBA, reigns as the WBs top rated sitcom and has landed Reba a Golden Globe nomination and a Peoples Choice Award. Rebas ever-expanding talenASIN: B000BISBDOVSKU: GGV.B000BISBDO.VGCondition: Very GoodAuthor/Artist:Reba McEntireBinding: Audio CD
