FIRST TIME HEARING Dolly Parton - I Will Always Love You (Live) | REACTION

[@SalvoG]

Stay tuned for the Whitney version tomorrow!

[@hippiemama52]

Imho, Whitney butchered it.

[@louispeel9919]

Working 9 to 5 is a good one!

[@dianeohara5765]

Can't beat the pureness and simplicity of Dolly's version, too much of the vocal acrobatics in Whitney Houston's take on it , becomes more about the voice than the story or the music.

[@jodij6280]

@@louispeel9919 The title of the song and movie is '9 to 5'.

[@ronturner9850]

@@hippiemama5224 million people disagreed with you I think 😂

[@sandiweidler8862]

She’s actually one of the kindest people on this planet

[@grazynawikert-unger2122]

Many people automatically associate this song with Whitney Houston who popularized it, but it was originally written and recorded by Dolly Parton in 1973.

[@lauraallen55]

For Porter Wagoner

[@WithaJoeFro]

And she hit #1 again in 1983 with it, only a different version. That second version is my favorite from her, and my favorite version of all.

[@daleb1279]

@@WithaJoeFro And she and Vince Gill managed to chart it in the top 20 again as a duet in 1995! The little song that just keeps going.

[@tahliasgoddaddy]

Whitney repopularized it. It had already been highly popular when Dolly released it originally. I hate when people try to pretend nobody had heard it before Whitney ruined it.

[@WithaJoeFro]

@@tahliasgoddaddy True, Dolly hit #1 twice with two different versions of the same song, and as someone else pointed out there was a third Dolly version that made the Top 20. It's just a great song, period, which is why Whitney had success. Some songs are so good that they are successful over and over again.

[@bgal231]

Brilliant singer & songwriter. Tough, savvy businesswomen. Generous philanthropist. Class act.

[@timothysassanella272]

One of the greatest living Americans.

[@davidlionheart2438]

Dolly is the Goddess, the Queen of Queens. A brilliant artist and genuinely one of the best human beings to have ever lived.

[@RobinT-treehugger]

Every Female singer, and some male singers, say that she is their inspiration. She is one of the most influential singer/songwriters EVER. "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors", "9 to 5", "Islands in the Stream", "Here you come again"..... hundreds of songs. In fact, she says she still writes at lease 1-2 songs per day. She was born in Tennessee in poverty, very interesting story of her rise and work ethic to get where she is today.

[@bonnielee78]

Islands in the stream was written by the Bee Gees.

[@jenniferrodriguez5337]

The Bee Gees wrote Island in the Stream.

[@frankiebowie6174]

Dolly Parton is stainless steel surrounded by layers and layers of cotton candy. We’re lucky to have her.

[@Tassie85]

Dolly, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris are terrific friends and have collaborated many of the times over the years. Very worth checking out!!

[@dagmar.6954]

A lot of people assume Whitney Houston's version of this song is the original. But Dolly wrote this back in 1973. She wrote it as a farewell to her business partner & mentor Porter Wagoner, expressing her decision to pursue a solo career. Love Dolly's sweet version. Whitney made it into a powerhouse song.

[@cindydegraaff5083]

That song was a personal goodbye to her dear friend and mentor Porter Wagoner when she left his show to go solo. Her singing is so warm and inviting and she makes everyone feel like she’s singing just to them. That’s what makes her so special as a singer. As a person, she’s fantastic, such a wonderful person. Her early childhood book giveaway is phenomenal, Dollywood is a hit, and she sponsored the research into covid vaccines to jumpstart them. Her music history speaks for itself and she’s been married to her husband for decades. An all around amazing woman.

[@RubyGB]

To learn more about Dolly, check out the song she wrote "Coat Of Many Colors" about her childhood. Dolly was born and grew up in poverty in the hills of Tennessee as one of twelve children.

[@kimzwolinski9919]

Jolene, Coat of many colors and she has a song called Islands in the Stream with Kenny Rodgers. She has an endless amount of amazing songs.

[@momD612]

Rogers. 😉

[@michaelpennington7800]

A great human, generous beyond belief. From Tennessee, she has given millions and millions in charity. Her own theme park is Dollywood! She donates books to children for free. A genuine, beautiful soul. Thank you.

[@NerfHerder909]

Besides being a fantastic businesswoman, a salt of the earth person, and great singer, Dolly Parton wrote "I Will Always Love You" and "Jolene" in the SAME DAY. I cannot imagine having so much talent that you can crank out two of the greatest, most recognizable songs in history in one damn day. Dolly is a national treasure.

[@sandramoore]

Global treasure... maybe even universal treasure (watch her episode of the Science Fiction show The Orville).

[@bluebear1985]

Not too long after she had a hit with this song, she had a conversation with Elvis Presley's manager, Colonel Tom Parker, about recording his own version of it. However, the day before it was supposed to happen, Parker said that with any song Elvis recorded, he was to receive a good portion of the publishing rights. Dolly wasn't willing to do that, so she turned him down. Thank goodness she did.

[@KimSimful]

I can’t believe you don’t know Dolly!!! Imagine the rabbit hole you are going down! Jolene should be next. And Coat of Many Colors.

[@visaman]

This song was written as a message to Porter Wagoneer.

[@lauraallen55]

As a thank you as she was leaving their business partnership to go solo

[@scottjones758]

She never fails, in singing, acting and loving people, business an longstanding, private marriage. We need a world of Dolly's

[@jayo.7086]

Here are the other Dolly tunes you need to listen to. 5. Islands in the Stream 4. Two Doors Down 3. 9 to 5 2. Here You Come Again 1. Jolene

[@shelleytorok1406]

I would add Coat of Many Colours to that list

[@serendipity191]

I’m sure you will get tons of song recommendations for Dolly but definitely read a little bit more about her. She’s not just a great singer/ songwriter but also a very kind person and philanthropist who tries to give back to the area she grew up in. She even has her own theme park called Dollywood in Tennessee.

[@jodij6280]

Dolly is a LEGEND. She was born in Tennessee. She was in a lot of movies too but my favorite in '9 to 5'.

[@katherinebosse5706]

You have absolutely NO idea what you’re in for!! Enjoy ❤❤ Coat of Many Colours?

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

"Here You Come Again," "Jolene," and "9 To 5" are a great place to start!

[@rebeccarawluk7277]

Dolly is an absolute legend. She helped pave the way for many a female country singer.

[@toodlescae]

This is probably around 1974 since she said the song came out a few months before this. I know she sang it live for the first time on The Porter Waggoner Show in 1974 before she left the show.

[@westridgerunner]

A living legend, and a beautiful human being that gives to others 💕

[@kellysimrell3007]

I will always love your reactions!! I'm sure everyone will recommend Jolene or Coat of Many Colors next.

[@hongfang2348]

Country legend Porter Wagoner gave Dolly her first big break when he featured her regularly on his TV show. As Dolly's fame grew, she wanted to branch out on her own. She knew that it would break Porter's heart, so she wrote this song to express her feelings about ending their professional partnership. I heard that she wrote this song overnight and then performed it on The Porter Wagoner Show. The clip you played is not from that show, but I highly recommend a listen even if you check it out on your own. Dolly Parton, I will Always Love you on the Porter Wagoner show.

[@donnaholland1625]

That is the “live” version I am used to seeing on these reaction channels. I do love it. She is a genuine wonderful person.

[@AceMoonshot]

iirc, Years later Porter was in a very bad financial situation. He was going to have to sell the rights to all his music to avoid bankruptcy. Dolly bought his entire portfolio at a rather exorbitant amount. Then gave the portfolio back to him. This, even after he had sued her for 3 million dollars (1970s million dollars). Re: this song. She knew she could never have a discussion with Porter about her leaving the show. So she wrote this song and the next day sang it to Porter in his office. Porter broke down crying.

[@sonjarussell7332]

Never heard Dolly sing?!?!? I thought for sure you had reacted to her (re)release of *"Jolene"* with Pentatonix! It earned her, her 9th Grammy and PTX their 3rd Grammy!

[@jdevivre7512]

From 1974, there’s a version in which her voice is supernaturally pure, subtle and sweet. Best I’ve heard. It’s a must-hear. 😮

[@brettmiller7138]

WHAT??? saw her live. Just amazing. She wrote this song and is a legend. You are hitting all the greats in your reactions!

[@MrCome4numb]

Dolly Parton & Kenny Rodgers "Islands in the Stream" written by Barry Gibb.

[@sarahjaneblenkhorn8821]

Oh, please do 'Jolene' or 'Coat of Many Colours'!

[@rodb9275]

Dolly is a legend. And just a wonderful person. I will absolutely cry real tears when she passes. I'd say that her duet with Kenny Rogers is my favorite of hers. "Island in the Stream"

[@itsjezzer]

Dolly is a national treasure, a great philanthropist, and a soundbite machine with some of the funniest stories and interviews that have ever been recorded/transcribed. She's an advocate for LGBTQ rights, poverty-stricken communities, and child literacy. She's a megastar who never, ever forgot where she came from, and gave back to her community a million times over.

[@David-955]

Glad you've found Dolly. She's the first star ✴️ I ever really loved. Ok, since you asked... check out Jolene, Here You Come Again, 9 to 5, Shine, But You Know I Love You and Light of a Clear Blue Morning.

[@randyslabach8681]

Dolly was a singer in church when she was young. She actually wrote this song that she wrote many socks. As a movie actress, she did very little her primary focus is music.❤ Everybody loves Dolly.

[@reneeroxanneabeln2202]

Oh Dolly, such a treasure and such a song bird. . . Jolene, of course, as people have suggested, is a classic But I also adore Two Doors Down and 9 to 5. Thanks so much for posting this! 😊

[@Never2old2boogie]

I look forward to your reactions every day! I appreciate the research you do and share prior to the reaction. I had an accident and currently a shut-in while I am regaining my ability to walk. If it weren't for these reactions I would feel completely alone in the world thank you for what you do and know that someone is here everyday appreciating you 🤗💙

[@jimj.3086]

Dolly Parton's 'Coat of many colors' or 'Jolene' are great choices. Love how this got you in the feels...

[@SPGhettus]

This looks like it was shot for television in the 70's, and I would bet in Nashville. Dolly was born in East Tennessee, and has stayed connected to her roots, contributed a lot both through business ventures and philanthropy. Unlike most people who achieve success in music and Hollywood, she has been married to the same man for 58 years. She's polite, humble, friendly and generous. Everyone loves Dolly.

[@angelashepherd4429]

She writes all of her music. Smart business woman.

[@randyslabach8681]

Dolly was a singer in church when she was young. She actually wrote this song that she wrote many socks. As a movie actress, she did very little her primary focus is music.❤

[@evanhughes1510]

Dolly Parton was in the Linda documentary and gave a lot of commentary. Dolly, Linda, and Emmylou Harris did a huge album together called Trio

[@lauraallen55]

Have always loved her tremolo/vibrato. As you know, written for her long-time friend and business partner, Porter Wagoner when she was leaving to go solo. As you've also heard, she is a national treasure. Here You Come Again will show you some control and power. Many suggestions for Coat of Many Colors and Jolene, both really good, but Here You Come Again is just stunning and I think you would love that one, particularly. :)

[@mrnobody3161]

Dolly has the Voice and the Countenance of an Angel 🫴💨🧚‍♀️✌️

[@rogerbear60]

Your into on this video was so fun to watch. Never heard of her, wonder what she's done, OMG 25 #1 hits, 100 million records sold, Grammys, Lifetime Achievement Award, huge discography, pages and pages of info. She's been around basically all of my life so I sometimes forget how much she has done. And still continues to do. Take a vacation to Gatlinburg and go to Dollywood. It's right down I-75!

[@richardmccarley281]

I'm going there this June!

[@rogerbear60]

@@richardmccarley281 I can remember when Dolly and Porter Waggoner would come do a show at our county fair in small-town southern Indiana. Also Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty.

[@williethebeerman]

I'm sure this has already been said but Dolly is a national treasure.

[@stevenS6598]

Dolly Parton's "Hello God" is her masterpiece. It will hit you like a ton of bricks.

[@TheGadgetwiz]

She wrote this for Porter Wagoner. Later, when Porter was facing financial and legal trouble, she bought Porter Wagoner's share of the publishing company they co-owned, and later returned it to him as a gift.

[@lauramerrick4430]

Dolly wrote and sang this song on the Porter Wagner show back in the day. You need to listen to her music. ❤

[@sandramoore]

Dolly Parton wrote I Will Always Love You and Jolene on the same day.

[@wiggion]

when she elevates after that spoken part, she shows some real vocal chops there. She was about 25 when she wrote it in 1973 or 74.

[@rafaelt1960]

Her songs are mostly written from her experience and from her heart. Coat of many colors is one that you will definitely love. She has a lot of sad once, but also the funny ones like "traveling man" or "I hope you're never happy" just tell funny stories 😁 and make U smile

[@xScooterAZx]

Dolly's rendition is the original. She wrote it in 1973 for her one-time partner and mentor Porter Wagoner, from whom she was separating professionally after a seven-year partnership. She recorded it in RCA Studio B in Nashville on June 12, 1973.

[@againes.1]

Dolly is a genius. She plays a million instruments, has written some of the best songs on the planet, and is…she’s Dolly!! There is no other artist like her. This is from the Porter Wagoner show, which Dolly was part of for several years. Lots of winners to choose from for future listens and you can’t get better than her classics, but I’d recommend some newer stuff too. She just put out a rock album and does some brilliant duets. I love her recent single World on Fire. She’s also, basically, an angel on earth. She was a major funder for the Moderna Covid vaccine. She sends children across the country books every month with Dolly’s Imagination Library. The world is better because of Dolly Parton. (Also, blaspheme that you haven’t heard Reba - pronounced with a long e. She’s a legend as well.)

[@againes.1]

Take a deep dive with the podcast Dolly Parton’s America!

[@donnaholland1625]

Welcome to the world of Dolly. Or should I say “our lord and savior Dolly Parton”. She is a national treasure that should be wrapped in bubble wrap. Dolly is from Smoky Mountain region of East Tennessee, and has done a lot for that region. Love her to death. Sevierville has a statue of her in their downtown area. I have always loved “Coat of many Colors” by her. Dirt poor but grew up with love.

[@KayentaMoenkopi]

Hearing her sing her own song has always been so much better than the versions that anyone else has done. No one can make my arms shiver like Dolly when she goes into the chorus.

[@Isthatstillyou-dp2pf]

I will always love you Dolly! She gave over a million dollars all at once in 2020 to a pediatric research hospital that was working on the Covid Vaccine for children. And that was not her first or last major donation to medicine. She also put all the royalties from Whitney Houston's version to a neighborhood support group in Nashville, she calls it '"The House that Whitney built." She is an Angel of Mercy & Love.

[@shopahauliquewithjacquelin7025]

Joleen is probably her best preformed song that no one else can beat. She loves that Whitney did a version that outperformed hers, because she still owns the song as the writer.

[@alyssajennings3046]

Dolly has been my favorite female singer for over 30 years, since I was 6 years old. I love all of her songs but here are my top recommendations: - Coat of Many Colors - Jolene (she wrote the same day she wrote I Will Always Love You) - 9 to 5 - Islands in the Stream - Hard Candy Christmas - Here You Come Again - She’s an Eagle When She Flies - Two Doors Down - Thanksgiving 2023 Halftime Show Also, if you want to hear her tell the story of what inspired the lyrics to I Will Always Love You, you should check out this more recent live performance

[@RainbowMaille]

Dolly Is The QUEEN, a living legend, an amazing person, a prolific writer

[@brianbanta6398]

Dolly did a couple of albums with Linda Rondstadt and Emmy Lou Harris. They were called Trio. Another great song of hers is Coat of many colors.

[@davidgiles5912]

She wrote this song and Jolene the same night. As others have mentioned she wrote this song as a way to end her working with Porter Wagoner who didn't want her to leave and he had hard feelings over the split. When Porter was in financial trouble and had to sell his song library Dolly bought it and gave his songs back to him. She grew up just outside of Pigeon Forge TN . For a good overview of her pre 2006 career watch her Kennedy Center Honors ceremony. She was against her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as she thought she was unworthy which led her to release the album Rockstar. She is also Godmother to Miley Cyrus. One of my favorite Christmas songs is Hard Candy Christmas which she wrote when she worked with Burt Reynolds on the film Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. When I hear it being played I smile knowing where it comes from. Other Dolly songs to listen to are Jolene, 9 to 5, Coat of Many Colors, Little Sparrow, Backwoods Barbie. She has duets with numerous artists over the years. Really suggest watching the full KCH induction video.

[@dianel222]

I had to do a double take when you said you didn’t know that Dolly Parton sang. Let’s start with “Jolene” that has been covered by many, including Beyoncé on her 2024 album. 💜💜💜

[@wordygirlandco]

❤Angelic😇 Dolly is from Tennessee. She was in a Supergroup called Trio with your girl Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris you should check out...... harmonies👍I love her Jolene and Why Did You Come In Here Looking Like That.

[@timothysmith9128]

From Reba-“You Lie” and “Cathy’s Clown”

[@iammakismom]

Dolly is one of the best storytellers ever! And her voice is crystal clear. Jolene is one of the best songs of all time!

[@dennisreiff4278]

Great song to grow up to! Try “He’s Alive” live version. Thanks Sal!

[@davidherbert4508]

She has another version on KZbin, she's older, and it will bring tears

[@kathyfitzgerald7286]

Have loved this song forever. Crazily I'm still singing at karaoke at age 79. Cannot sing the Whitney Houston rendition but I CAN sing the Dolly original version. YAY!

[@johnthegreek5836]

Dolly Parton is the nicest person on this earth, this will always be her song since she wrote it and Whitney did a epic cover, Sal, this is talent! Listen to Jolene and Coat of many Colors

[@davidbaros9526]

You got a listen to her hit in “Me And Little Andy.” t’s one of the most heartbreaking songs you will ever hear. Another one also would be the “Coat Of Many Colors.”

[@williamlidster5850]

“Coat of many colors” and “Jolene” are must hear songs by Dolly!

[@npkrn6764]

In this performance, she sang this a bit louder and maybe lower. Check out some of the other early performances of her singing this song where its much softer, and where she tells the story of why she wrote it and to whom. ❤

[@flor9389]

Dolly is amazing. I’m not a super big country fan but I’m a huge Dolly fan. She did a song with Rob Halford of Judas Priest. It’s cool!

[@loandafrancois2376]

This is one of my favorite songs by Dolly. Another one is Jolene... give that a listen 😊

[@PaulRichmondStudio]

She still sounds amazing to this day. Listen to her latest release from a week ago called “Southern Accents”

[@Tunarth]

"9 to 5", "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors". Words can't do her justice, and I'm so lucky to have gotten the chance to see her live. As amazing it is to hear her recordings and watch her videos and movies, seeing her live is on a whole other level. When you're seeing her in person there's a magnetism and a joy that she exudes that just captures you and doesn't let you go, and you feel better just having been in her presence. It's that indefinable "IT" factor, and boy does she have it in spades.

[@GotWag]

Dolly and Kenny Rogers live - Islands in the Stream!!!!!!

[@dow311]

Written by the BeeGees.

[@Mallykins]

You should check out her version on the actual Porter Wagoner show. Dolly wanted to strike out on her own. She wrote this song about him (Porter) to tell him how she felt, and he was touched, so he let her out of her contract. After Dolly left the show Porter Wagoner eventually became bitter and spoke ill of her. Still, when he became bankrupt and was about to sell his catalogue of songs, Dolly bought them. Then she gave them back to him. She’s the classiest class act. I’ll enjoy any dolly you sing everyone’s gonna recommend the same things song wise.. But if you want a mix up, you could try Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus’ Wrecking Ball. I really loved it. Thanks for finally getting to Dolly!

[@SWLinPHX]

You'll enjoy "9 to 5", the hit title tune from the movie which was written and performed by Ms. Parton too.

[@lauramerrick4430]

She's country through and through. Coat of many colors. Islands in the stream w/t Kenny Rogers

[@jackgilchrist]

I think you'd like her song _Jolene_ from her earlier days. _Coat of Many Colors_ is a real heartfelt one too, about growing up poor and treasuring what you have and the love of family even when others look down on you and laugh (I grew up poor too and relate). _9 to 5_ from somewhat later is a good one, and the theme of the movie of the same name she was in with Lily Tomlin and (Hanoi) Jane Fonda. But that's just some of her more well known stuff. It's a deep rabbit hole, as you saw.

[@eh-i1841]

Not only a great singer songwriter,but a beautiful person too.And funny.

[@TheMike_I]

Dolly & Stevie Nicks have a duet that came out on Dolly’s last album. It’s not bad for two people almost 160 years old combined !!

[@flor9389]

I love the duet with Rob Halford

[@laurievandewiele4065]

I first heard this song when she sang it in the movie The Best Little Whore House in Texas. Dolly, Burt Reynolds and Dom DeLuis were terrific. Coat of Many Colors is a wonderful story/song

[@ruthlafler5622]

Dolly wrote this song and another of her most famous songs (Jolene) on the same night. She says modestly that it was a good night. This is a completely different song than when Linda or Whitney belt it out.

[@tallyman077]

Dolly is a national treasure!

[@josefinelagerstrom2643]

CAN'T WAIT TO JOIN THE DOLLY PARTON JOURNEY ❤️

[@fhdz505]

She is a great story teller with her lyrics! React to: "The Bridge" and "Me and Little Andy". Have a box of tissues ready.

[@TheRatsCast]

She actually had 2 versions of this one song. This one, and the one from the movie version of the play The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Dolly has a ton of songs to listen to. I would suggest; as I'm sure others will, 9-5, Hard Candy Christmas, islands in the Sun with Kenny Rogers, and Coat of Many Colors

[@roger1296]

Her rendition of this song is more emotional for me…you hear the heartbreak in her voice…she brings me to tears. Whitney Houston’s take on Dolly’s song is unbelievable and also emotional, but a different kind of emotion. I get goosebumps from Whitney’s vocal ability, but I get tears from Dolly’s version because her delivery feels more like true heartbreak.

[@cottontopprintshop452]

Yes, more! 'Jolene' is a great story, that is true- which many of her songs are true stories.

[@LAPhil13]

Crossover suggestions: Listen to Trio sometime -- a trio of Dolly, LInda Ronstadt and EmmyLou Harris, stars in their own rights, who got together just to sing & harmonize, and ended up releasing three albums. Their voices blend beautifully and they are a delight to hear. On your movie channel, watch 9 to 5 sometime, a kinda silly movie that was nonetheless a sensation in the early 80s, and was Dolly's first film ever, starring with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. Super fun, and Dolly wrote the hit song that played over the opening credits (nominated for Best Song at the Oscars, as well as the Golden Globes, where Dolly was also nominated for her acting performance.

[@timothysassanella272]

One of the greatest songs ever recorded.

[@carolinasbeauty]

Hi Salvo - I'd suggest "Coat of Many Colors" which Dolly wrote about her childhood. It's the epitome of her childhood innocence. Thanks!

[@Sactown5472]

I hope you'll listen to Linda Ronstadt version of this song, I think hers is the best, then Dolly a close second, then Whitney.

[@anihyrelles6870]

Dolly is a national treasure; aside from her amazing music, she's done so much GOOD. Southern Accent is one of her most recents, and her recent collab with Pitbull "Powerful Women" is really fun; her discography is absolutely MASSIVE and covers a huge range. You've probably heard about Jolene or 9 to 5 at least in memes but they're wildly popular classics. Glad I found your channel today :)

[@thamygjensen]

My favorite song made by her is coat of many colors.