Reba McEntire is getting fans in a real nostalgic – and emotional – mood with her latest tribute.
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The singer left her followers in total awe, and in disbelief of how quickly time passes, as she took to Instagram to acknowledge a very special anniversary.
She revealed that it had officially been a whopping 45 years since she released her eponymous album that launched her lengthy and storied career back in 1977.
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The singer had an emotional look back at her music journey, and in the heartfelt tribute, added a clip from one of her very first performances, at none other than the Grand Ole Opry, a lifelong dream and major milestone for any country music singer.
Reba looks unrecognizable in the throwback she shared, appearing almost cherub-like with her baby face and signature red curls as she posed for her very first album cover. She was twenty-two years old at the time.
The album picture has quite the vintage and 1970s look to it, with a brown and rust hued, sepia-like filter and heavy grain. For the special shot, Reba wore a delicate white blouse with frilly lace throughout it.
The impressive throwback
In the caption of the anniversary post, she wrote: "Happy 45th anniversary to the album that started it all, Reba McEntire!"
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She also added: "On my first recorded Grand Ole Opry performance on April 25, 1978, I sang 'Why Can't He Be You' from this album. Thanks to @opry for sharing this footage!"
© Photo: Getty ImagesReba has made an undeniable impact on country music for nearly fifty years
The clip from her unforgettable first Opry performance showcases her impactful and never-changing voice as she sings the moody ballad.
Fans were quick to shower Reba with love and admiration, writing: "Love you Reba!! Love all your music and have seen you many times and still love your early music the most!!!" and: "Happy Anniversary Reba!! Love the songs…" as well as: "One of my favorites," plus another follower added: "Always a beautiful and talented lady!"
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