Singer reba mcentire autobiography

Reviews

'--a lifestyle guide that has a sense of humor.'

'--embodies McEntire's relaxed entertaining style, encompassing every area of her life.'

'--jam-packed with life lessons and anecdotes.'

'An homage to her faith, family, and Oklahoma upbringing, this image-heavy lifestyle guide from country music superstar Reba McEntire is part memoir, part cookbook. McEntire recommends enjoying life to the fullest not by indulging in extravagances but by finding nourishment in the simple pleasures of foods and traditions that reflect heritage.'

'As you'll see in this book, Reba is nothing fancy when it comes to being friends. She's not only the girl next door. She is also what the girl next door dreams of being. You can never forget she's a superstar, but it won't be Reba who reminds you. I don't know how she does it, but the great ones always do.'

'entertaining mix of cookbook and memoir... a treat for McEntire's fans.'

'The title is not only a play on one of her classic tunes (1990's 'Fancy'), it epitomizes her down-home philosophy.'

Since the release of her debut self-titled album in 1977, Reba McEntire has become a musical force and pop culture icon. Over the past five decades, she’s released 32 studio albums, 25 No. 1 hits on country radio, and become the star of an award-winning sitcom.

With such an extensive career to her name, McEntire has racked up many achievements and memorable moments to reflect on in print. She’s experienced incredible highs while navigating devastating lows. Just as her trademark hit “Fancy” was racing up the charts in 1991, eight of McEntire’s band members were killed in a plane crash. 

When faced with tragedy, the country star decided to keep moving forward while mourning the loss of her friends and bandmates. That strength of character, down-home personality, and inarguable vocal talents have led McEntire to a long, influential career that shows no signs of slowing down.

[RELATED: 8 Reba McEntire Duets You Didn’t Know You Loved]

On October 10, McEntire will release Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting Off Your Boots. The unique collection of photos, personal stories, and favorite recipes will offer readers a look into the Oklahoma native’s laid-back lifestyle. 

Ahead of Not That Fancy‘s release, take a look at three books that every Reba McEntire fan should add to their reading list:

1. Reba: My Story

If you only have time to read one book about Reba McEntire’s life, this hit 1995 memoir should be at the top of your list. From living on a ranch in rural Oklahoma to becoming one of country music’s biggest stars, this look back on her incredible life is an impactful and intimate read.

2. Comfort from a Country Quilt: Finding New Inspiration and Strength in Old-Fashioned Values

This New York Times best-seller from 2000 compares the myriad of complicated responsibilities women have to juggle wit

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American country singer and actress (born 1955)

For the album, see Reba McEntire (album).

Reba Nell McEntire (REE-bə-MAK-in-tire; born March 28, 1955), or simply Reba, is an American country singer and actress. Dubbed "the Queen of Country", she has sold more than 75 million records worldwide. Since the 1970s she has placed over 100 singles on the BillboardHot Country Songs chart, 25 of which reached the number one spot. An actress in films and television, McEntire starred in the television series Reba, which aired for six seasons. She also owns several businesses, including a restaurant and a clothing line.

One of four children, McEntire was born and raised in Oklahoma. With her mother's help, she and her siblings formed the Singing McEntires, which played at local events and recorded for a small label. McEntire later enrolled at Southeastern Oklahoma State University and studied to become a public school teacher. She also continued to occasionally perform and was heard singing at a rodeo event by country performer Red Steagall. Drawn to her singing voice, Steagall helped McEntire secure a country music recording contract with PolyGram/Mercury Records in 1975. In that year, she relocated with her mother to Nashville, Tennessee.

Over the next several years, PolyGram/Mercury released a series of McEntire's albums and singles, which amounted to little success. In the early 1980s McEntire's music gained more momentum through several top ten country songs, including "(You Lift Me) Up to Heaven", "I'm Not That Lonely Yet", and her first number one "Can't Even Get the Blues". Yet McEntire became increasingly unhappy with her career trajectory and signed with MCA Records in 1984. Her second MCA album titled My Kind of Country (1984) became her breakout release, spawning two number one Billboard country singles and pointed toward a more traditional musical style. Throug