The pair had been collaborating musically for several years after West had been signed to write commercial jingles for the Coca-Cola soda company.

Among the cover songs was Paul McCartney's "My Love", the Eagles' "Desperado" and "Jesse" by Janis Ian.

[2] Country Sunshine was released in November 1973 on RCA Victor Records, becoming her 21st studio album issued in her career.

[3] Billboard Magazine reviewed Country Sunshine in November 1973, giving it a warm reception.

Writers especially praised West's cover of "My Love" and the original composition, "It's Been a Long Time Since Atlanta".

[5] On the Canadian RPM Country Singles chart, the title track also became a major hit, peaking at number nine.