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Anne Murray's Last No. 1: A Look Back
24 Apr
Summary
- The song 'Now and Forever' hit No. 1 on country charts in 1986.
- David Foster and Jim Vallance co-wrote the melody for the hit.
- Randy Goodrum penned the lyrics for the successful country single.
In 1986, Anne Murray achieved her final No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart with "Now and Forever (You & Me)." The track, a mid-tempo pop-country song, prominently featured electronic keyboards and backing vocals by Richard Page.
This notable success stemmed from a collaboration involving renowned producers David Foster and Jim Vallance, who developed the melody. Nashville songwriter Randy Goodrum was then enlisted to craft the lyrics, completing the composition.
"Now and Forever" began its chart ascent in January 1986 and reached the summit over 14 weeks, becoming Murray's tenth and last country chart-topper. Her career highlights include 25 top 10 country singles and charting successes on the Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary formats. A tribute concert celebrating Murray was held in Nashville on October 27, 2025.
