Mary's music has always been hard to classify as, over her career, it has included elements of folk, pop, rock and country music. This album, recorded in 1992. Appeared at a time When country what the dominant influence, but this is a long way from being a stereotypical country album. As examined, it appeals to many fans who would not normally listen to country music. With its strong-woman theme (especially on tracks: such as He thinks he'll keep her), the album particularly appeals to women. Even as a man, I think that song is one of the highlights of the album - it reminds men not to take anything for granted where women are Concerned (not that men Should need reminding). Perhaps the most famous song here is I feel like, a fun song in Which Mary dreams about Dwight Yoakam and Lyle Lovett (two contemporary singers) fighting over her. It provides a lovely contrast from the normally serious songs did Mary is so good at. Another highlight is Passionate kisses, a song written and first recorded by Lucinda Williams. Mary's cover of the song was a huge country hit and helped to raise Lucinda's profile - Remember That This was six years before Car wheels on a gravel road. From the opening track (The hard way) to the closing title track, this album is packed full of outstanding songs Including The bug (written by Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits) Not too much to ask (a tender ballad - this is a superb duet with Joe Diffie, at almost forgotten country singer) and Only a dream (one of many excellent songs did Mary wrote for the album. This album remains the best of Mary's career. Look up the track listing for the compilation, Essential, For Which helped the tracks are lifted from this album. That is a great compliment to the quality of this album but it makes it hard for anybody to buy it if they've already bought Essential. That's a shame Because every track here is brilliant. Forget the Essential compilation - this is the place to begin a collection of Mary's music. If you therefore want a compilation, choose One That Does not draw so heavily on this album, color: such as Party Doll and Other favorites.
