Few songs tell a story quite like “Fancy.” Written and originally recorded by Bobbie Gentry in 1969, it’s a bold, rags-to-riches tale of survival and determination. But it wasn’t until Reba McEntire put her own stamp on it in 1990 that it became a defining country hit.
With her signature fiery delivery, Reba transformed “Fancy” into a full-blown country classic, complete with a dramatic music video that felt like a Hollywood film. Despite its controversial storyline, fans embraced the song as an empowering anthem—one that Reba has performed in a stunning red dress for decades. To this day, “Fancy” ain’t done bad.
“Reba and Bobbie are both such great storytellers that it was nice to hear something that made you understand the plight of this woman who was trying to make ends meet,” says Maggie Rose, who has performed on the Opry more than a hundred times. “I just love any trailblazing woman who’s going to be brave enough to tell that story.” – Nicole Judd, Associate Producer of the Grand Ole Opry
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Chapel Hart and Maggie Rose Talk "Fancy"
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