favorable review and wrote, "It sounds like Giant records has put a lot of faith in this young Texan. Definitely worth a few more listens." Carlson also praised Walker's song writing as well as James Stroud's production. Jon Rawl of the Post and Courier gave the album three stars and wrote, "This album proves he may be a Walker, but he hits the ground running." Rawl also wrote, "Clay Walker sounds like a seasoned professional on this debut album." Personnel Eddie Bayers – drums Larry Byrom – acoustic guitar Jimmy Carter – bass guitar Stuart Duncan – fiddle Paul Franklin – steel guitar Sonny Garrish – steel guitar Dann Huff – electric guitar Jana King – background vocals Steve Nathan – piano Bobby Ogdin – piano Larry Paxton – bass guitar Matt Rollings – piano Brent Rowan – electric guitar Leland Sklar – bass guitar Joe Spivey – fiddle Clay Walker – lead vocals Lonnie Wilson – drums Curtis Wright – background vocals Curtis Young – background vocals Charts and certifications The album peaked at No. 8 on Top Country Albums on 1/29/94 and at No. 52 on The Billboard 200 on 1/22/94. Weekly charts End of year charts Certifications Singles Other Charting Songs References 1993 debut albums Giant Records (Warner) albums Clay Walker albums Albums produced by James Stroud