00:00From rags to rhinestones, I've been blessed with a life full of stories and now I finally get to
00:07share them all with you in one place. Today's playlist is a tribute to one of country music's
00:15greatest legends. Dolly Parton. The world recently said goodbye to an extraordinary singer, songwriter,
00:23actress, and entertainer. Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026,
00:30leaving behind a musical legacy that spans more than six decades. From heartbreaking ballads to
00:36uplifting anthems and unforgettable country classics, her songs touched generations and
00:41made her a global icon. Today, we remember Dolly Parton through the music that made her unforgettable.
00:48Here are Dolly Parton's top 20 iconic songs.
00:51Number 20, The Bargain Store. A memorable country classic showcasing Dolly's emotional storytelling
00:58and distinctive vocal style. Number 19, Baby I'm Burnin'. An energetic track that showcased Dolly
01:06experimenting with a more pop-oriented sound. Number 18, Potential New Boyfriend. A catchy 1980s hit
01:15highlighting Dolly's playful personality and crossover appeal. Number 17, Applejack.
01:21A lively and charming song filled with the storytelling and character that became trademarks of Dolly's
01:27music. Number 16, Heartbreaker. A powerful country pop track showcasing Dolly's distinctive vocals and
01:35emotional delivery. Number 15, My Tennessee Mountain Home. A deeply personal song inspired by Dolly's
01:43childhood and her Tennessee roots. Number 14, Joshua. One of Dolly's early breakthrough hits and her first
01:51number one on the Billboard country chart. Number 13, Tennessee Homesick Blues. A memorable song from the
01:59soundtrack of Rhinestone, showcasing Dolly's unmistakable country style. Number 12, Light of a Clear Blue Morning.
02:07An uplifting song about hope, resilience and looking forward to brighter days. Number 11, Two Doors Down.
02:16A lively country pop favorite that became one of Dolly's memorable hits. Number 10, Love is Like a Butterfly.
02:24A beautiful country classic that captures Dolly's softer and more romantic side.
02:29Number 9, Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That. A fun and energetic hit showcasing Dolly's playful
02:36personality and infectious performance style. Number 8, Here You Come Again. The song that helped Dolly
02:44reach an even wider pop audience. Number 7, Dumb Blonde. One of Dolly Parton's early breakthrough hits
02:52and a song that showcased her sharp songwriting and unmistakable personality. Number 6, Islands in the
02:58Stream with Kenny Rogers. Dolly's unforgettable collaboration with Kenny Rogers became a massive
03:04worldwide hit and remains a defining moment in her career. Number 5, Light of a Clear Blue Morning.
03:12A powerful song about hope and finding strength after difficult times. Number 4 to 9 to 5.
03:19One of Dolly's biggest crossover hits and an anthem for working people everywhere.
03:24Written for the 1980 film 9 to 5, the song became an instant classic and remains one of her most
03:30recognizable recordings. Number 3, I Will Always Love You. Originally written and recorded by Dolly,
03:38the song later became a global phenomenon through Whitney Houston's legendary version.
03:43Number 2, Jolene. Its haunting melody and unforgettable story of jealousy, heartbreak and desperation turn
03:50Jolene into a timeless country classic. The ultimate number 1, Code of Many Colors. A song that perhaps
03:58captures Dolly Parton better than any other. Written about the handmade coat her mother created from
04:04scraps, it transformed a childhood memory into a universal story about family, love and dignity.
04:10It wasn't just a song. It was Dolly Parton's story. Dolly Parton's music was always about more than
04:18melodies. It was about people. It was about love, heartbreak, family, dreams, struggles and finding hope
04:26in difficult times. For more than six decades, her voice carried those stories across generations and
04:33borders. Dolly Parton may have left the world, but her music will never leave us. The voice and spirit
04:41of Dolly Parton will live on. Well, hey, it's Dolly here. And I want to wish all of you and
04:48your family
04:49blessings this Thanksgiving. I am so thankful for all of you and for the memories that we've shared
04:56through the years. So happy Thanksgiving to everyone. And just know that I will always love you.
