One Promise Too Late

Reba McEntire

About One Promise Too Late

"One Promise Too Late" is a song written by Dave Loggins, Don Schlitz and Lisa Silver, and recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire. It was released in May 1987 as the third single from the album What Am I Gonna Do About You. The song was McEntire's eighth number one country single as a solo artist. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of fourteen weeks on the country chart.


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2005
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I would have waited forever
If I'd known that you'd be here
We could have shared our lives together
And held each other close all through the years
But I've met someone before you
And my heart just couldn't wait
So no matter how much I adore you
I've got to stand behind the promise that I made

Where were you
When I could have loved you
Where were you
When I gave my heart away
All my life I've been dreaming of you
You came along one promise too late
You came along one promise too late

I won't say that I'm sorry that I met you
I can't have you but I never will forget you

Where were you
When I could have loved you
Where were you
When I gave my heart away
All my life I've been dreaming of you
You came along one promise too late
You came along one promise too late

Where were you
When I could have loved you
Where were you
When I gave my heart away
All my life I've been dreaming of you
You came along one promise too late
You came along one promise too late

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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: DAVID LOGGINS, DON SCHLITZ, LISA MIRIAM SILVER

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Song Information
"One Promise Too Late" is a song recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire.
Release Date
The track was released in July 1987 as the second single from her twelfth studio album, "The Last One to Know."
Chart Performance
The song reached number one on the Billboard Country Singles chart in November 1987.
Songwriters
It was written by Dave Loggins, Lisa Silver, and Don Schlitz, three notable names in country music songwriting.
Album Achievement
The album "The Last One To Know" also peaked at number one on the Top Country Albums chart, proving the success of this album as a whole.
Song Meaning
The song talks about a woman who is committed to her lover, although she meets a person who treats her better, however, it's "one promise too late".
Charting Duration
"One Promise Too Late" stayed on the chart for 24 weeks, a testament to its popularity.
Common Theme
The song is a common example of Reba's recurring theme in her music of exploring the complexities of love and relationships.
Session Players
The song features some of Nashville's top session players from the time, including guitarist Larry Byrom and drummer Eddie Bayers.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the emotional delivery by McEntire, highlighting her ability to convey the inherent sadness and confusion in the song.
Song Recording
This was one among many songs Reba recorded with producer Jimmy Bowen, who played a significant role in shaping her sound in the mid-1980s.
Cover Versions
While "One Promise Too Late" is a standout song in Reba's career, it hasn't been widely covered by other artists, likely due to Reba's unique and iconic delivery.
Live Performances
Throughout the years, the song has remained a popular choice in Reba's live setlists, with fans often singing along to every word.
World Impact
With "One Promise Too Late," McEntire continued to solidify her status as a leading lady in country music not only within the U.S., but also in other parts of the world where country music is popular.
Emotional Singing
The song is often cited by fans as one of McEntire’s most deeply emotional performances, setting a high bar within country music for balanced and impactful delivery.

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