A NUMBER 1 SMASH from the "Jolene" album, this song is in the GRAMMY HALL OF FAME. Dolly re-recorded it for the soundtrack of her 1982 movie with Burt Reynolds, "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas". Ten years later, Kevin Costner suggested it to Whitney Houston for the soundtrack of their movie, "The Bodyguard". It became one of the biggest pop hits in history and has been recorded by dozens of other greats since. Dolly originally wrote it about trying to obtain her freedom from Porter. Despite many prior attempts, he'd always refused to let her go. Her last date with Porter's road show was reportedly April 21, 1974, he continued to produce her records for two more years.
"I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU"
If I should stay,
I would only be in your way.
So I'll go, but I know
I'll think of you each step of the way.
And I will always love you.
I will always love you.
Bittersweet memories
That is all I am taking with me.
Goodbye, Please, don't cry.
We both know I'm not what you, you need.
And I will always love you
I will always love you.
I hope life treats you kind,
And I hope you have all you ever dreamed of,
And I wish you joy and happiness,
But above all this, I wish you love.
And I will always love you,
I will always love you.
By: Dolly Parton
1974
The hit song from her book, "Dolly Parton Songteller" by Dolly Parton
My life in lyrics.
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A Country Icon, A Queen in Country Music that I've always loved. Hope you enjoyed. I've always enjoyed learning and knowing the exact words in songs, especially my favorites.
Debbie
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