Some artists have hits. Dolly Parton has songs that climbed out of their albums and built lives of their own. These are the tracks people hum, quote, cover, and belt out in kitchens at 1 a.m. without apology. They’re sharp, clever, emotional, and unmistakably hers. Tonight we let the classics have the room — the songs that made Dolly Parton… Dolly Parton.
Jolene (1973):
I Will Always Love You (1974):
9 to 5 (1980):
Here You Come Again (1977):
Islands in the Stream (1983):
This is an open thread
