It's possible that Loretta Lynn is one of the best-known singers in the world. Not just as the magnificent country music singer she remains, but of course as the "Coal Miner's Daughter," the Oscar-winning movie based on her first autobiography. The amazing singer led an amazing life, and she continues to entertain today, "Still Country" to her Kentucky-bred bones. From her early roots to her current trail-blazing album "Van Lear Rose," Loretta Lynn shines as the reigning Queen of Country Music.
1. Coal Miner's Daughter
The song spawned the book and later the movie. It's probably the song everyone thinks of when they think of Loretta Lynn. Some of Loretta's best can be found here.
2. Still Country
On this album, we are given a glimpse of another part of Loretta Lynn's Life. We have heard her sing about being a wife and young mother. Now we are listening to the woes of a woman who has lost the one she loves and is facing life alone for the first time ever.3. Blue Eyed Kentucky Girl
This album contains many of Loretta's big hits, like "The Pill," "Rated X," "Coal Miner's Daughter," "When a Tingle Becomes a Chill," and "You're Looking at Country."4. All Time Greatest Hits
This CD contains the music of Loretta's career from the very early years of the sixties to the late years of the seventies, including her #1 hits with Conway Twitty. The insert included with this collection contains a beautifully written recap of Loretta's career written by Rich Kienzle in February of 2002.5. Van Lear Rose
Country music's queen is back in solid form, trying new directions and proving that age does not stop anyone from making hot new country music. Loretta's talents haven't dimmed one bit.6. Honky Tonk Girl (Box Set)
This 3-cd box set was released in 1994, including many tracks appearing on cd for the first time. It covers her early hits, "Honky Tonk Girl," "Blue Kentucky Girl," "You Ain't Woman Enough," from the 60's to gems like "The Pill" from the 70's, and "I Lie" from the 80's. You'll also find her duet recordings with Conway Twitty and Ernest Tubb.7. Sings Patsy Cline's Favorites
Loretta pays tribute to her good friend Patsy Cline with this album. Included are "She's Got You," "Walking After Midnight," "Crazy," and "Sweet Dreams."8. Best of the Best: Her Gospel Side
While Loretta is best known for country music. Her gospel favorites are a part of her that belong in any collection of her music.9. Very Best of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn
The name says it all. This is a collection of the best from Conway and Loretta together. Included are "Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man," "After the Fire is Gone," and "Lead Me On."10. You Ain't Woman Enough
Along with the title cut, you'll find covers of the Wilburn Brothers' "Someone Before Me," and "It's Another World," as well as Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'."