I Fell in Love (Carlene Carter)

Carlene Carter's life has never been easy, especially in recent times. It is a testament to her strength that she managed to release a new album, Stronger, earlier this year. Her music, however, stands as a testament to her talent, and I Fell in Love is no exception in this respect.

I Fell in Love was released in 1990. Carter contributed to the writing of the majority of the tracks, which likely helps keep her connected to the material. She also does a version of a Carter Family song, "My Dixie Darlin'," keeping her connected to her country roots. Perhaps this is why I tend to like Carlene Carter - she's always been experimental in her approach to country music, incorporating many rock and other influences; however, she never seems completely disconnected from the country tradition. Whatever exactly it is that Carter does, she does it well.

The song from this album with which I was previously familiar was "Come On Back." I hadn't realized this was the case until it started playing, and suddenly it came back to my memory. This one is infectious and it's easy to see how it was a hit. The other big hit from the album was its title track, which is a fun song with a great arrangement. My favourite new discovery is the track "The Leavin' Side." Other standouts include "My Dixie Darlin'," "Goodnight Dallas," "One Love," "Me and the Wildwood Rose," and "You Are the One." "Me and the Wildwood Rose," penned by Carter herself, is a tribute to some of the previous Carter Family generations, including her mother, June.

Tracks:
1. I Fell in Love
2. Come On Back
3. The Sweetest Thing
4. My Dixie Darlin'
5. Goodnight Dallas
6. One Love
7. The Leavin' Side
8. Guardian Angel
9. Me and the Wildwood Rose
10. You Are the One
11. Easy From Now On