The Dolly Parton songs that became chart-topping hits for others
Hundreds of artists recorded Parton’s songs, and Whitney Houston’s version of “I Will Always Love You” spent 14 weeks at No. 1.
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The song, which was created as a farewell, brought together three musical giants and became one of the most recognizable love songs of all time.
American singer and songwriter Dolly Parton, one of the most important figures in country music and author of hits such as Jolene and I Will Always Love You, died Tuesday at age 80, leaving more than 3,000 songs.
From ‘Jolene’ To ‘Islands In The Stream’: Dolly Parton’s Songs That Became Classics
The death of Dolly Parton at 80 has brought renewed attention to the remarkable catalogue of music she leaves behind, spanning country, pop and gospel and producing songs that became enduring favourites across generations. Among her most recognisable solo recordings are “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Coat of Many Colours” and “Here You Come Again.” Her songs about love, heartbreak, work, family and personal struggle helped establ…
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