Reba McEntire puts a country spin on Don’t Start Now, originally by Dua Lipa. And her signature voice, deep in warmth and intensity, turns the peppy pop hit inside out. Flavored with smooth country instrumentation, the song’s catchy cadence makes for a hype match of two different listening genres.
The performance is high-energy, with McEntire turning in an earnestly emotive delivery of the lyrics. The song, about leaving behind the things that still haunt us and knowing we are strong, becomes so much with her expressive voice. You can hear her confidence and love for music in the audience, and that makes you realize a good song can work anywhere.
Don’t Start Now-Reba (Dua Lipa Cover)
The way McEntire makes this cover her own is what makes it so unique. Without losing sight of the song’s original intent, she imbues it with a country soulfulness that makes it come off entirely differently. With a modern pop-beat/Alabama sound, she is leaving her still-influential girls in her dust.”
That same creativity is apparent on I Can’t (Dave Audé Remix), a new twist on one of McEntire’s heartfelt songs. Whereas Don’t Start Now is an upbeat empowerment anthem, I Can’t explores heartbreak and desire. The remix retains her country elements while infusing them with an electronic dance beat, energetically bridging musical worlds.
Reba McEntire, Dave Audé – I Can’t (Dave Audé Remix) (Official Audio)
In addition to being a glimmering star, McEntire has long been a master of storytelling, whether she’s singing about strength, love, or loss. She has always been able to take a pretty much universal song and make it feel personal; this is what has made her a country music legend. Look what she wrote: “She combines tradition with contemporary influences, demonstrating that good music has no boundaries.
Reba McEntire is present on social media, and fans can stream her latest music. She remains an inspiration and entertainment to listeners of all ages with her strong voice and free creativity.