The song was mildly controversial because of its frank depiction of intimacy, but only because it was delivered by a woman. This song is flawlessly written, with powerful lyrical imagery (“The fields have grown over now, years since they’ve seen the plow”) and a line about aging that was so strong, Alan Jackson borrowed it for his own hit a few years later (“I still remember when thirty was old.”)Ĭarter’s performance builds slowly, allowing the storyline to unfold naturally and providing greater emotional impact when she cracks with emotion on the song’s bridge: “Is it really him or the loss of my innocence I’ve been missing so much? Yeah….” 1 hits for both Martina McBride and Deana Carter. 1 singles for female artists in 1996 alone, including the first No. “Strawberry Wine” is a reminder of how wide open it was for women in country music, and the important role that was played by outstanding songwriters like Matraca Berg, who co-wrote three No. 1 and earning her the CMA Award for Single of the Year in 1997. A waltz reminiscing about losing your virginity on your grandfather’s farm was a bold choice, and it paid off, with the song rocketing to No.
They chose an unconventional first single as her introduction to the country market.Īt the time, Capitol explained that the competitive market meant “Strawberry Wine” had to be released first.
By 1995, she was signed to Capitol Records, and her debut album, Did I Shave My Legs For This?, was recorded. He gave her a performance slot at Farm Aid in 1994. Eventually, that hobby became her profession, and she caught the attention of Willie Nelson with her demo tape. She majored in rehabilitation therapy and found work in that field, though she performed music as a side hobby. Though she was the daughter of singer, songwriter, and producer Fred Carter Jr., Deana cut her own path into the music industry. Written by Matraca Berg and Gary Harrisonĭeana Carter breaks through with one of the greatest country singles of all time.ĭeana Carter was born and raised in Nashville.
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