Album: We Only Make Believe

Introduction
"We Only Make Believe" is a 1971 studio album by American country music artist Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty, released as their first collaborative album. Both artists, separately, dominated the c and w scene throughout the 1970s, and their collaboration produced a legendary choice of hit duets. The album, produced by Owen Bradley, featured ten tracks that showcased the striking vocals and musical chemistry between Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty.

Background
Loretta Lynn, a coal miner's child from Kentucky, became a development nation artist in the 1960s, with her autobiographical songwriting and strong feminist position resonating with the audience. She was known for her hits such as "You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)", "Don't Come Home A-Drinkin' (With Lovin' on Your Mind)", and the controversial "The Pill". Conway Twitty, on the other hand, at first began as a rock n' roll artist but changed into a nation super star by the late 1960s. Twitty was popular for his smooth baritone voice that captivated listeners with tunes like "Hello Darlin'" and "It's Only Make Believe".

The collaboration between Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty started when they satisfied at a fundraiser in 1968 and became instant pals. Their duets were highly expected by c and w fans, and they provided an album filled with strong consistencies and magnificently crafted stories.

Tracklist and Notable Songs
The "We Only Make Believe" album includes the following tracks:

1. "After the Fire Is Gone"
2. "Don't Tell Me You're Sorry"
3. "Lead Me On"
4. "As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone"
5. "I Can Still See Him in Your Eyes"
6. "Easy Loving"
7. "I Love You More Today"
8. "I Can't See Me Without You"
9. "Jackson Ain't a Very Big Town"
10. "We Only Make Believe"

Couple of songs on the album stand apart for their emotional depth and musicianship. "After the Fire Is Gone", penned by L.E. White, was their very first duet single and also the opening track of the album. It gained significant industrial success, arriving of the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The tune informs the story of 2 individuals finding solace and companionship in each other while dealing with their stopping working marriages.

Another notable song, "Lead Me On", written by Loretta Lynn herself, includes effective and remarkable performances from both singers. The track reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1971. The title track, "We Only Make Believe", is a re-imagining of Twitty's earlier hit "It's Only Make Believe", become accommodate the duet's special singing mix.

Effect and Legacy
"We Only Make Believe" was a huge album that set the phase for the continuous cooperation in between Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty, which covered over a years. The duo went on to tape-record several more albums together, accomplishing various chart-topping hits and awards, including 4 successive wins for Vocal Duo of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards.

The album stays a necessary listen for country music fans, showcasing the exceptional singing talents and indisputable chemistry of these 2 legends. "We Only Make Believe" is a testimony to the ageless magic produced when two powerful voices blend completely and leave an enduring mark on the history of country music.