Dolly Parton Dead at 80: Music Executives Remember the Country Icon

Following the music legend's passing at the age of 80, industry executives are sharing their reactions and condolences

The top 3

  1. Her Three Most Iconic Chart-Topping Singles: Dolly Parton's most iconic chart-topping singles include "Jolene," "I Will Always Love You" (a two-time country chart-topper and global hit for Whitney Houston), and "9 to 5" (which reached No. 1 on the Hot 100).
  2. Three Groundbreaking Albums Defining Her Career: Key albums defining Dolly Parton's career include her 1967 debut "Hello, I'm Dolly," the critically acclaimed 1971 album "Coat of Many Colors," and her 2023 album "Rockstar," which became her highest-charting Billboard 200 album.
  3. Three Artists Most Profoundly Influenced by Parton: Dolly Parton profoundly influenced artists like her goddaughter Miley Cyrus, who credits Parton for musical pursuits; Carrie Underwood, who looks to her for wisdom; and Kacey Musgraves, often compared to Parton for her lyrical voice and style.

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