David Allan Coe's album, Tanya Montana The Ten Commandments Of Love, is a reflective and soulful work that showcases his depth as a songwriter and musician. The album is a tribute to Tanya Montana, a fictional character that Coe created in his earlier work, and it features ten tracks that explore the themes of love, heartbreak, and redemption.
From the opening track, "Love Is a Never Ending War," Coe sets the tone for the album with his raw and emotional vocals, accompanied by a rich and textured musical arrangement. The song is a powerful meditation on the complexities of love and relationships, and it sets the stage for the rest of the album.
Throughout the album, Coe explores different facets of love, from the tender ballad "I Could Never Give You Up," to the raucous rockabilly of "I Like Beer." He also delves deep into the pain of heartbreak, as in the haunting "Lost Highway," and the resigned acceptance of "I'm Gonna Hurt Her on the Radio."