The Fear of Being Alone

Reba McEntire

About The Fear of Being Alone

"The Fear of Being Alone" is a song written by Walt Aldridge and Bruce Miller, and recorded by American country music singer Reba McEntire. It was released in October 1996 as the first single from the album What If It's You. The song peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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We ordered up one more bottle of wine
You told me your story and I thought about mine
You said when you lost her you lost everything
It all started having a familiar ring

So I asked you to take me some place quiet
We wound up at the river for the rest of the night
Somewhere around the break of day
I could hear it coming from a mile away

So don't say that word
Not the one we both heard too much
You may think you do but you don't
It's just the fear of being alone

Reckless hearts can clear a path
Wider than a hurricane's aftermath
We've both traveled down that road
Where in the name of love anything goes
Like a child in the night
With no one to hold you
And tell you everything's gonna be all right
I must admit it's been fun
But that's no reason to jump the gun
If this is real time will tell
So let me bite my tongue and remind myself

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Reba McEntire

Reba Nell McEntire (born March 28, 1955) is an American country music artist and actress. She began her career in the music industry as a high school student singing in the Kiowa High School band, on local radio shows with her siblings, and at rodeos. While a sophomore in college, she performed the National Anthem at the National Rodeo in Oklahoma City and caught the attention of country artist Red Steagall. He brought her to Nashville, Tennessee, where she signed a contract with Mercury Records a year later in 1975. She released her first solo album in 1977 and released five additional studio albums under the label until 1983. more »

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Written by: BRUCE MILLER, WALT ALDRIDGE

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10 facts about this song

Song's Background
"The Fear of Being Alone" is a song released by country music artist Reba McEntire on her 1996 album, "What If It's You."
Song's Performance
The song reached the number 2 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, showcasing Reba's continued success in the country music industry.
Song's Writer
"The Fear of Being Alone" was written by Walt Aldridge and Bruce Miller, two renowned songwriters in the country music scene.
Song's Release Information
The song was released as the second single from the "What If It's You" album on August 26, 1996.
Song's Genre
The song falls under the genre of country and is a mid-tempo ballad, characteristic of Reba's style.
Song's Theme
The lyrics of "The Fear of Being Alone" touch on feelings of desperation and fear of loneliness, offering an emotional insight into relationships.
Song's Duration
The song is three minutes and fifty seconds long, making it a standard length for a country song of the era.
Song's Interpretation
Reba's compelling performance in "The Fear of Being Alone" resonates with audiences who know the struggle of not wanting to settle just to avoid being alone.
Live Performances
Over the years, "The Fear of Being Alone" has become a staple song at Reba McEntire's live concerts, showing its popularity among her fan base.
Reception by Critics
The single was well received by the critics, who praised McEntire's emotive delivery, the lyrics, and the overall production of the song.

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