Dolly Parton

A country musician that I chose is Dolly Parton. Jimmie Rodgers influenced Dolly Parton. The influence is heard in this artist's style, musical selections, and lifestyle. Country music queen Dolly Parton is a cultural icon whose voluptuous figure and powerful voice made her popular on both stage and screen. Being that Dolly Parton is a country singer, she understands the title as Jimmie Rodgers did. Wagoner persuaded Dolly Parton to record Jimmie Rodgers "Mule Skinner Blues", a gimmick that worked. The record shot to number three following closely, in February 1971, by her first number one single, "Joshua". Dolly Parton and Jimmie Rodgers are naturals. The forum of country music that is still very popular to this day brings out Parton and…

Born on January 19, 1946, Dolly Parton has had 70 years to live love learn and laugh about her childhood and rural upbringing(“Parton” 1). Growing up Parton did not have much money but they still had a happy life she even said herself that “while we didn’t have much money we had a good life”(Dawn 1). Parton was the fourth of 12 children and her mother had one miscarriage(Freeman 1). Her parents Robert and Avie Lee always new that there was something special about her and believed she could do…

Dolly Rebecca Parton was born on January 19, 1946 in Locust Ridge, Tennessee. Her father was named Robert Lee Parton. He worked in construction but he also was a subsistence farmer. Her mother, Avie Lee Caroline, stayed at home with Dolly and her siblings. Dolly described her family as “dirt poor”. Her father made very little money , in fact when Dolly was born her father paid the doctor with a bag of cornmeal. Dolly was the fourth born of twelve children. Her entire family lived in a rustic…

She is the queen of country music. She draws you attention by her outrageous hair, makeup, and clothes. Well, her name is Dolly Parton. Parton has just a unique personality to her. The way to describe her in a good way is extreme southern bell. Dolly Parton has had a huge impact on country music. She always was singing folk or genuine country music. Her life revolved around country music and she wanted to share it with the world. She just had a way of life different from other peoples and…

The Music Of Dolly Parton. Hey everybody how you are doing? Well I know you guys love music and I'm glad to see that you guys made it here to hear my speech. Some of you music lovers say that Kitty Wells and Jean Shepard were the best country singers in the 60’s. (Pause for the audience reaction) they are WRONG while they were on the charts, Dolly Parton was the number one hit. You might be wondering who I am. I am Dolly Parton's sister ~Stella Parton~ This is important for me to talk about…

By 1988 Dolly was back to focusing on her musical career. She was nominated for two Grammys that year and won the Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group (Dolly Parton Awards). She shared this award with the great Linda Ronstadt and legendary Emmylou Harris. They received this award due to a hit off of their collaboration album, Trio. They later produced a second album Trio II. Dolly Parton also won a two People’s Choice Awards that year, Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer and…

behind the famous Dolly Parton’s life? Dolly Parton was born on January 19,1946 in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, United States, and she also was the fourth child out of twelve (“Dolly Parton”1). Dolly’s mother was married by the age fifteen , and had twelve kids by the time she was thirty-five (Parton 1). Dolly had four sister and six brothers (Dolly Parton 2) . Dolly’s Uncle Billy Earl introduced her to the music life at the age of ten (“Dolly Parton”4). Dolly has won lots and lots of awards for her…

Dolly Parton received the nickname The Queen of Country Music after releasing more #1 hits than any other country singer in U.S. history. (famous birthdays) Before she became famous, she grew up alongside eleven brothers and sisters in a one-room cabin in Appalachia, Tennessee, and learned to sing at church. Dolly Parton, a woman who showed passion for what she does and wanted to share that with others, has changed many people's lives and education and should be recognized as a very big and…

Dolly Parton, The Female Icon. Imagine this, big hair, iconic songs like “ Jolene” and the world famous theme park. Have you guessed what I mean? Yes, it's Dolly Parton. Dolly was a very important figure in the music industry, not only for women, but men too! She is best known for her iconic songs, charitable programs to help people, and her really big hair. Come along with us and let's explore the history of the one and only, Dolly Parton. To start off, Dolly Parton grew up in a small town…

THE BIOGRAPHY OF DOLLY PARTON Dolly Parton Introduction Dolly Parton Young Actress and country music legend Dolly Parton got her start in the industry in the 1960s performing with country superstar Porter Wagoner. After that, she went solo and had a string of hits including Joshua, Jolene, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again, and Islands in the Stream. Her distinctive voice and insightful lyrics have garnered her several accolades, including ten Grammys, and in 1999 she was welcomed…