"Why They Call It Falling" is a song written by

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and

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, and recorded by American

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artist

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. It was released in April 2001 as the third single from her third studio album, ''

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''; it peaked at number 13 on the '' Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks.

Critical reception

Editors at '' Billboard'' called the song "A stunning ballad that showcases the chanteuse's heart-in-throat vocals." They also said, "It's a savvy lyric, and Womack's tender, vulnerable delivery perfectly complements the song. Add to that Mark Wright's production, which keeps everything swirling and swelling around her vocals, and it's a small sonic masterpiece. Womack continues to distinguish herself as the most compelling young female vocalist in country music."

Live performances

Womack performed "Why They Call It Falling" on ''

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''.Jessen, Wade. "COUNTRY CORNER." Billboard 113.16 (2001): 28. Academic Search Complete. EBSCO. Web. 6 June 2011.

Chart performance

"Why They Call It Falling" debuted at number 58 on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of April 7, 2001.

Year-end charts

References

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