Barbara Mandrell - Wish You Were Here

Review by Mandy Schipper-Nahafahik

Barbara Mandrell's album "Wish You Were Here" is a beautiful piece of country music. The album, released in 1981, features some of the most memorable songs of Mandrell's career. From the title track to "I Don't Want to Be Right", each song is a showcase for Mandrell's powerful vocals and emotional depth.

The album's first single, "I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool", became a massive hit and is still a favorite among country music fans today. The song is a tribute to the roots of country music and Mandrell's own journey as a country singer. The title track, "Wish You Were Here", is a poignant ballad about loss and longing, and Mandrell delivers it with a heartbreaking sincerity.

Other standout tracks on the album include "Till You're Gone", a rollicking tune about the ups and downs of love, and "One of a Kind Pair of Fools", a catchy duet with Lee Greenwood. Mandrell's cover of the classic song "The Best of Strangers" is also a highlight, showcasing her ability to infuse an old song with new life.

Summary by Mandy Schipper-Nahafahik

"Wish You Were Here" is a superb album that showcases Barbara Mandrell's talents as a singer and songwriter. It's a must-listen for any fan of classic country music.