The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter

Reba McEntire

About The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter

"The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" is a song written by Mark D. Sanders, Kim Williams and Ed Hill, and recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire. It was released in February 1995 as the fourth single from the album Read My Mind. The song became a Number One on both the U. S. and Canadian country singles charts that year. The song debuted at #58 for the week of February 18, 1995 and peaked at #1 for the week of April 15, 1995.


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She came in looking good and looking around.
She's checking out every man in the room right now.
Don't go telling her about right or wrong.
She's been alone for way too long.

Will the heart is a lonely hunter.
With only one desire.
To find some lasting comfort in the arms of a lovers fire.
Driven by a desperate hunger.
To the dark of the neon light.
The heart is a lonely hunter.
When there's no sign of a love in sight.

She hears him say, hey, can I buy you a drink.
And sees the pale white circle where he wears his ring.
She knows she's dealing her a dangerous hand.
The consequences of a one night stand.

But the heart is a lonely hunter.
With only one desire.
To find some lasting comfort in the arms of a lovers fire.
Driven by a desperate hunger.
To the dark of the neon light.
The heart is a lonely hunter.
When there's no sign of a love in sight.

Somewhere deep inside, she tells him no.
Before she stops to cyr, she turns to go.

Oh, the heart is a lonely hunter.
With only one desire.
To find some lasting comfort in the arms of a lovers fire.
Driven by a desperate hunger.
To the dark of the neon light.
The heart is a lonely hunter.
When there's no sign of a love in sight.

Oh, the heart is a lonely hunter.
When there's no sign of a love in sight.

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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: KIM WILLIAMS, MARK SANDERS, ED HILL

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Artist Profile
"The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" is a song by American country singer Reba McEntire, who has often been referred to as "The Queen of Country", boasting a career that spans over four decades.
Track Information
The track was released in December 1994 as the third single from her album "Read My Mind".
Chart Performance
This song reached number one on the Billboard country music charts in April 1995, making it her fifteenth number one single.
Award Nominations
Even though "The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" is a popular track, it didn't receive any notable award nominations.
Songwriters
The song was written by Mark D. Sanders, Kim Williams, and Carson Chamberlain - a collaborative group that has penned tracks for numerous top country artists.
Music Video
A music video was released for the song, directed by Jon Small, and featured a storyline around women's rights, specifically, women in sports.
Album Success
The album "Read My Mind" from which the song is taken, was a commercial success and became McEntire’s second album to earn a Triple Platinum certification.
Live Performances
"The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" has been included in the setlist for several of McEntire's tours.
Pop Culture Reference
The song title is likely a reference to the novel of the same name by Carson McCullers, though the lyrics do not directly reference the plot.
Lyrics Theme
The song’s lyrics detail the inherent loneliness of hunting for love and being in the dating scene. The female protagonist in the song expresses her frustration with men who aren't ready for a committed relationship.
Critical Reception
Critics have generally praised the song, noting the strong vocal performance of McEntire and the poignant storytelling of the lyrics.
Track Length
The official duration of the song "The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" is 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
Cover Versions
Despite its success, there have not been many notable cover versions of the song.

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