In 1996 and 1997, she had 3 straight number one hits ("Strawberry Wine", "We Danced Anyway", and "How Do I Get There") from her album Did I Shave My Legs for This? The album was certified 5x Platinum.
Popular country music singer.
Her song-writing father named her after Dean Martin following Martin's
recording of one of his songs.
She frequently performs in her bare feet, stating that it helps her to feel relaxed while on stage.
Has a son, Gray Hayes Hicky (b. September 15, 2004), with her ex-boyfriend Chris Hicky.