Most of the songs are upbeat, including the ballads. None of the songs are well known, though it is possible that you might know What I've learned from loving you - it is a cover of a Lynn Anderson song from 1983 that Kenny Rogers also covered for his album, We've got tonight. Actually, it seems an odd choice of song for brown-eyed Chely. Hearing her sing about her eyes turning a deeper shade of blue doesn't sound quite right. Nevertheless, she sings the song superbly. Heart shaped world is NOT the same song that Jessica Andrews recorded. Tracy Byrd co-wrote It's not too late, but I can't find it on any of his albums.

Following the commercial failure of this album, Chely moved from Polydor to the parent MCA and also changed producers. It proved to be the right move but this is a fine album that deserves to be heard.


This CD introduced me to my favorite singer of all time!   December 6, 1999
mandipatt@excite.com (Glendale, Arizona)
10 out of 14 found this review helpful

This CD was given to me by my sister and brother-in-law when it first came out. I had no idea who Chely Wright was at the time, but she quickly became my favorite singer with this album. I love the variety of sounds in all of her music. On this CD, there are songs that make me cry, as well as songs that make me laugh (I love Alligator Purse). Chely Wright has a voice that is strong enough to carry itself through both the fast and fun songs, as well as the sweet and sentimental selections. I am a writer, and therefore pay particular attention to the lyrics of a song. I noticed right away that the songwriters used for this album are the best (I know that Chely has written many of her own songs, but I'm unsure as to how many on this CD). Each song included in this album is there for a very good reason: it is a hit!


Totally Chely!   October 2, 1999
5 out of 7 found this review helpful

This CD is awesome! Not only does it have the most up to date country music on it, but it does it without forgetting the classic sound of country. This CD is a must for any country music lover!!!!


Wright stuff   August 6, 2007
Gen X Music Addict (Minnesota)
This is a good country/poppish album from Chely WRight. An enjoyable listen. Light-hearted and winsome tunes alternate wiht more soulful songs. Pleasant and fun to listen to; nothing really outstanding.