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PrintableRipHer2Shreds said: You kiddin' me? You're far from the only one - I've started about a dozen Dolly threads.
 One of my favorites since childhood. Very few voices move me like hers does. To me, no other country artist compares. She got a lot of flack from country purists for her pop leanings in the late 70s/early 80s.
There are very few artists as prolific as she is; she's written and published over 5,000 songs. There are lists of songs she wrote and performed here: http://www.dollymania.net/songs.html I came across this clip a few weeks back. Great cover version 
http://www.youtube.com/wa...POv5i0kKFQ ... [Edited 10/24/07 14:16pm] I've started a many too.... 
Conway Twitty too But they get ignored 
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I LOOOOOVE Dolly Parton.
Laugh if you will, but she is a true artist and has written some of the most beautiful songs. She sings like a lil country angel and there will never be another like her.  I'm firmly planted in denial |
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Nothinbutjoy said: I LOOOOOVE Dolly Parton.
Laugh if you will, but she is a true artist and has written some of the most beautiful songs. She sings like a lil country angel and there will never be another like her. Anybody's who's laughing ain't really listening. Funkpill, I remember a few of your Dolly threads. Not sure on Conway. | |
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cubic61052 said: The music and lyrics to "I Will Always Love You" were written by Dolly Parton. She recorded it originally, and it was later recorded by Whitney Houston.
And according to Dolly, she's made $6mil off Whitney's version. Dayum, old girl is gettin' paid! |
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uPtoWnNY said: cubic61052 said: The music and lyrics to "I Will Always Love You" were written by Dolly Parton. She recorded it originally, and it was later recorded by Whitney Houston.
And according to Dolly, she's made $6mil off Whitney's version. Dayum, old girl is gettin' paid! Big time | |
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I loved it when Dolly went gangsta on Dabney Coleman in "9 to 5", and threatened to get a gun and turn him from a rooster to a hen with one shot. Bad-ass Dolly.  |
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Wow!
To think I was enjoying a guilty pleasure, boy was I wrong | |
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Harlepolis said: Wow!
To think I was enjoying a guilty pleasure, boy was I wrong Well now you done and did it again Harly! you shocked the hell out of me! I'm a dolly fan too!  LOVE HER! 2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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i think its only in recent years with her directing her attentions toward bluegrass again that its become more "acceptable" to recognise this womans talent. Outspoken, always sincere and honest, and a stunning voice that you never see mentioned in these shiteous polls for "greatest voice" or whatever, for reasons I can only imagine.
I dont think ive ever seen anyone play guitar with acrylic nails like those - a talent in itself. What is most clear about Dolly however is her songwriting ability. I find it funny that a song she wrote is probably more famous and appreciated than she - her being larger than life and almost beyond famous, but i think that alone is testament to her true god given talent. Also, anyone hear how she refused ' I Will always love you' to Elvis because he demanded songwriting royalties in return for singing it? Integrity to boot - what a woman. | |
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CrozzaUK said: Also, anyone hear how she refused ' I Will always love you' to Elvis because he demanded songwriting royalties in return for singing it? Integrity to boot - what a woman.
Yeah, I read that wikipedia. They don't call her the "Iron Butterfly" for nothing. She ain't no fool. |
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uPtoWnNY said: CrozzaUK said: Also, anyone hear how she refused ' I Will always love you' to Elvis because he demanded songwriting royalties in return for singing it? Integrity to boot - what a woman.
Yeah, I read that wikipedia. They don't call her the "Iron Butterfly" for nothing. She ain't no fool. Niiiiice | |
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Harlepolis said: I know we're supposed to talk about her music, but fug it....
Girly camp flick,,,,but I love it  Damn!  Did that movie really come out in 83?! One of my favorite movies of all time  2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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I love Dolly Parton. She has a brilliant voice and would have to be one of the most down to earth people around.
Can't wait for her new cd, which is due in February. I have never had the chance to see her live here in Australia, but it is said she will be touring Australia along with the US and europe next year. I can not wait for that. I love her live dvd and have wanted to see her live for years. | |
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I love Coat Of Many Colors... brings a tear to the eye of this 30 something guy with a hard exterior | |
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Harlepolis said: I know I'll spark afew giggles in here lol but I'm serious...
I love her.
I love her voice,,,,,its really moving sometimes, she does have that melancholy quality in her voice(once you get past the flamboyant image) and beside, she's a helluva storyteller and lyricist. | |
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JuliePurplehead said: I I love Islands in the Stream.  me some Dolly Parton too. "Jolene" is my favorite but I also like "Apple Jack". It makes me laugh! Oh, my best friend & I love to sing "9 to 5". And let's not forget "Islands In The Stream" with Kenny Rogers. Awesome! | |
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anyone ever heard her version of "Peace train" fuckin' killer | |
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IAintTheOne said: anyone ever heard her version of "Peace train" fuckin' killer I have and it is.  | |
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love her! | |
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i just watched 2 hours of dolly on youtube
they have her with so many others.....patti labelle, bette midler, culture club, carol burnett, nell carter, a gazillion country artists, gospel choirs... youtube is a wonderful thing [Edited 10/24/07 23:44pm] | |
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RockAbilly said: i just watched 2 hours of dolly on youtube
they have her with so many others.....patti labelle, bette midler, culture club, carol burnett, nell carter, a gazillion country artists, gospel choirs... youtube is a wonderful thing [Edited 10/24/07 23:44pm] It sure is! I love Dolly! I was hoping to find more clips from the tv show she had in the 70's when I was little !! | |
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I saw Dolly in concert back in the early 80's and have been a big fan since. I don't usually like country singers, but Dolly goes way beyond country and her lyrics are amazing. She's a true talent. | |
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IAintTheOne said: anyone ever heard her version of "Peace train" fuckin' killer Hell yeah! That's the one I was trying to think of. Andy is a four letter word. | |
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