The Last One To Know
Reba McEntire
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I didn't see the fire burn to ashes Couldn't feel the winds of change I was lost inside the passion Blinded by the memory of a flame Guess I should've felt it when you touched me I should've seen it in your eyes Well I believed you really loved me, Why can't I believe you said goodbye? Oh why, is the last one to know The first one to cry and the last to let go And why, is the one left behind, The one left to love, with no one to hold, The last one to know It would be easier to face the morning If you were holding me tonight You left me with out a warning Holding on to a heartache While she's holding you tight Tell me why, is the last one to know The first one to cry and the last to let go And why, is the one left behind, The one left with love, with no one to hold The last one to know
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14 facts about this song
Song Release"The Last One to Know" was a song that was released by Reba McEntire in August 1987.
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Album ContributionThe song is the title track of her twelfth studio album, "The Last One to Know."
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1987, demonstrating her popularity as a country artist.
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Songwriters"The Last One to Know" was written by Matraca Berg and Jane Mariash.
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Recognition FactorThis song is considered as one of Reba McEntire's signature songs.
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GenreThe song is generally classified as Country and has traditional country elements that Reba is known for.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough the song itself did not receive any award nominations, the album it featured on was nominated for "Top Female Vocalist" by the Academy of Country Music.
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Song ThemeLyrically, the song tells the story of a woman who is the last one to realize her lover is leaving her, which resonated with many of Reba's fans and general audience.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have often praised this song for Reba's emotional performance and the relatable lyrics.
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Cultural ImpactFollowing its release, "The Last One to Know" became a popular song within Country music and is still known today.
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Chart(s) Outside the USABesides the USA, it also charted in the Canadian RPM Country Tracks, reaching number two.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Last One to Know" was directed by David Hogan, who directed many of McEntire's other videos.
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McEntire's Personal PlotReba often mentions that she particularly enjoys songs that tell a story, and "The Last One to Know" falls into that category.
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Subsequent PerformancesReba often included "The Last One to Know" in her live performances and television appearances, making it one of her most recognizable songs.
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