One Honest Heart
Reba McEntire
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Times are tough on an honest heart. People don't follow through with what they start. Lyin' eyes looking at me up and down. Makin' talk that's only cheap. Makin' promises they never keep. But I keep lookin' for what I still haven't found. [Chorus] One honest heart. That I can believe in. Two lovin' arms that will never let me go. One good man that I can count on. It shouldn't be so hard. Findin' one honest heart. Now I've been close a time or two. I thought I saw my dream comin' true. But I was just livin' in a fairy tale. I won't play the fool again. I won't play a game that I can't win. But I still have faith and keep tellin' myself. There's [Chorus]
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Written by: FRANK MYERS, GARY B. BAKER, DAVID MALLOY
Lyrics © HORI PRO ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Song Origin"One Honest Heart" is a song by American country music artist Reba McEntire, which was featured on her 1998 album "If You See Him."
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Chart PerformanceThe song became a hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, where it peaked at #13 in 1999.
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Album SuccessThe album "If You See Him" from which "One Honest Heart" was taken, debuted at number 2 on both the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums chart.
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The Song's Writer"One Honest Heart" was written by Tim Mensy, a renowned songwriter, and singer who has penned songs for several top country music artists.
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Release DateReleased in April 1999, "One Honest Heart" was the album’s third single that helped to continue the album's success.
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GenreLike most of Reba's music, "One Honest Heart" falls under the genre of country music, although it includes elements of pop.
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Song Duration"One Honest Heart" has a duration of 4 minutes and 36 seconds.
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Production TeamThe song was produced by Reba McEntire along with David Malloy and Norro Wilson, who are prominent names in country and pop music.
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Video ReleaseA music video was created for the song, providing a visual interpretation of the song's lyrics.
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Meaning"One Honest Heart" sings about the quest for true authenticity and honesty in a romantic relationship.
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Critical ResponseAlthough not one of her biggest hits, the song received positive reviews from critics who appreciated its honesty and Reba's intense performance.
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McEntire’s Career"One Honest Heart" comes from a long line of 24 albums and 42 number one singles from Reba McEntire's career, which has spanned over four decades. She is one of the best-selling artists in country music history.
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