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"The Last One to Know" is a song written by Matraca Berg and Jane Mariash, and recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire. It was released in September 1987 as the first single and title track from the album The Last One to Know. The song was McEntire's ninth number one country hit 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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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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Song Identity
"Last One to Know" is a song by American country music artist Reba McEntire.
Album Inclusion
The song is from her thirteenth studio album, "The Last One to Know", released in 1987.
Chart Performance
The single reached number one on the Billboard Country Singles in 1987, marking her seventh number one on the country chart.
Premiered Date
The single was released on September 7, 1987.
Songwriters
The song was written by Jane Mariash and Matraca Berg, both renowned songwriters in the country music genre.
Label Classification
The album "The Last One to Know" was released under MCA/Nashville.
Song's Theme
"The Last One to Know" is a heart-wrenching tale of a woman who finds out last about her partner's infidelity.
Album's Success
Reba's album "The Last One to Know" was certified Gold by the RIAA.
Music Video
The music video for "The Last One to Know" was directed by David Hogan, who directed many of Reba's '80s and '90s videos.
Award Nominations
Despite its success, the song did not receive any specific award nominations; however, it still contributed to Reba's accolades during the late '80s period.
Live Performances
Reba McEntire often included "Last One to Know" in her live performances, and it became a fan favorite.

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