Parton began performing as a child, singing on local radio and television in East Tennessee. At age 12 she was appearing on Knoxville TV, and at 13, she was recording on a small label and appearing at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. When she graduated from high school in 1964 she moved to Nashville, taking many traditional elements of folklore and popular music from East Tennessee with her.
Parton's initial success came as a songwriter, with her songs being covered by Kitty Wells, Hank Williams, Jr., Skeeter Davis, and a number of others. She signed with Monument Records in late 1965, where she was initially pitched as a bubblegum pop singer, earning only one national chart single, "Happy, Happy Birthday Baby," which did not crack the Billboard Top 100. Additional pop singles also failed to chart.
The label agreed to have Parton sing country music after her composition "Put It Off Until Tomorrow" as recorded by Bill Phillips (and with Parton, uncredited, on harmony) went to No. 6 on the country charts in 1966. Her first country single, "Dumb Blonde" (one of the few songs during this era that she recorded but didn't write), reached No. 24 country 1967, followed later the same year with "Something Fishy," which went to No. 17. The two songs anchored her first full-length album, Hello I'm Dolly, that same year.
In 1967, Parton was asked to join the weekly syndicated country music TV program hosted by Porter Wagoner, replacing Norma Jean. She also signed with RCA Records, Wagoner's label, during this period, where she would remain for the next two decades. Wagoner and Parton immediately began a hugely successful career as a vocal duet in addition to their solo work and their first single together, a cover of Tom Paxton's "The Last Thing on My Mind," reached the top ten on the U.S. country charts in late 1967, and was the first of over a dozen duet singles to chart for them during the next several years.
Parton is a hugely successful songwriter, having begun by writing country songs with strong elements of folk music in them based upon her upbringing in humble mountain surroundings. Her songs "Coat of Many Colors" and "Jolene" have become classics in the field, as have a number of others. As a composer, she is also regarded as one of country music's most gifted storytellers, with many of her narrative songs based on persons and events from her childhood.
In 1982 Dolly Parton sang her song "I Will Always Love You", for the movie "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas", starring Parton and Burt Reynolds. The song - originally composed around 1974 - made few ripples, but it wasn't until Whitney Houston re-recorded it for "The Bodyguard" a decade later, that the song made yet another international hit for Dolly Parton. She later put out her own version on the 1996 album of the same name.
In 1987, Parton left her longtime label, RCA, and signed with Columbia Records, where her recording career continued to prosper, but by the mid 1990s, Parton, along with many other performers of her generation, found that her new music was not welcome on country radio playlists. She recorded a series of critically acclaimed bluegrass albums, beginning with "The Grass is Blue" (1999) and "Little Sparrow" (2001), both of which won Grammy Awards. Her 2002 album "Halos and Horns" included a bluegrass version of the Led Zeppelin classic Stairway to Heaven. In 2005, Parton released Those Were The Days, her interpretation of hits from the folk-rock era of the late 1960s through early 1970s. The CD featured such classics as John Lennon's "Imagine," Cat Stevens' "Where Do The Children Play," Tommy James' "Crimson & Clover," and the folk classic "Where Have All The Flowers Gone", as well as the title track.
In 2007, Dolly paved new musical ground by forming her own record label, Dolly Records. The label's first release - Backwoods Barbie - debuted at #2 on the Billboard country albums charts and marks Parton's first mainstream country album in 17 years. Parton is touring North America and Europe throughout 2008 in support of her latest release.
1955
Say Forever You'll Be Mine
Dolly Parton Lyrics
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Say forever you'll be mine
Forever is the love that is filled with understanding
Forever is the love that is true and undemanding
Forever is the love that can stand the test of time
Forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
It might even rain awhile
But the rain will go away
There's always a brighter day
Darling, I won't promise you
That we'll be happy all the time
But forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
Forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
Say forever you'll be mine, forever I am yours
And I'll do anything that you ever ask me to
And I'll do what you want me to
Darling, I won't promise you
That we'll be happy all the time
But forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
The lyrics of "Say Forever You'll Be Mine" represent a pledge of enduring love between two people. The song describes the essence of true love that is unconditional, accepting, and forgiving. The concept of "forever" is presented as an eternal bond that can withstand the challenges and trials of life.
Dolly Parton's words point to the possibility of trouble and turmoil that may come, but they will pass like a passing rain. She urges her lover to promise that he will always be there, and she will do the same in return. The song suggests that relationships can never be perfect, but they can still be fulfilling and lasting if the love is real.
Overall, the lyrics celebrate the transformative power of love that inspires loyalty, devotion, and commitment. They encourage a spirit of mutual support and understanding, with both partners willing to go to great lengths for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Say forever you'll be mine
Commit to being with me for eternity
Forever is the love that is filled with understanding
True love lasts forever when there is mutual understanding between partners
Forever is the love that is true and undemanding
True love is not selfish and does not make unreasonable demands
Forever is the love that can stand the test of time
True love endures even through difficult times
Forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
I am committed to you forever, and I want you to commit to me as well
Trouble clouds may fill our skies
Difficulties and challenges may arise in our relationship
It might even rain awhile
These challenges may last for a while
But the rain will go away
Eventually, these challenges will pass
There's always a brighter day
There is always hope for a better future
And I'll do anything that you ever ask me to
I am committed to doing whatever it takes to make our relationship work
And I'll do what you want me to
I am dedicated to fulfilling your wishes and needs in our relationship
Darling, I won't promise you that we'll be happy all the time
I cannot guarantee a life without challenges or struggles in our relationship
But forever I am yours, say forever you'll be mine
Despite any challenges, I am dedicated to you forever and hope you will do the same for me
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOLLY PARTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@danutahull9319
I love Dolly’s songs
A beautiful video cover
Beside a river
A beautiful song
Dolly sings it beautifully
With true love
Deep from within her heart ♥️
Say 4ever you’ll be mine
4ever is the love
That is filled with understanding
4ever is the love
That is true and undemanding
4ever is the love
That can stand the test of time
4ever I am yours
Say 4ever you’ll be mine
4ever I am yours
And I’ll do anything you ever ask me to
And I’ll do what you want me to
Say 4ever you’ll be mine
4ever I am yours my darling Bill 💋♥️♥️
🇺🇸♥️William(Bill)HGDH♥️🇦🇺
Scorpio/Goat Cancer/Rabbit
@danutahull9319
Beautiful video cover next to a river
Dolly sings this song beautifully from her heart ♥️
Forever is the love
That is filled with understanding
Forever is the love
That is true and undemanding
Forever is the love
That can stand the test of time
Say forever you’ll be mine
Forever I am yours
Darling I promise we will
happy
I’ll do anything for you
Forever I am yours
Say forever you’ll be mine♥️
You’ll be mine ♥️
Forever I am yours Bill♥️
Scorpio/Goat Cancer/Rabbit
🇺🇸♥️William(Bill)HGDH♥️🇦🇺
@carolinam3779
This is overwhelming, I've never heard Dolly's music before, country music in Chile is never played on the radios, but I'm so blessed to have encountered such a talented and lovely artist like her here in youtube. SHE'S AMAZING!
@77greengiant
Claufeydottir you have some catching up to do. She has 47 records. Many duets. Enjoy 😉
@carolinam3779
@@77greengiant thank you very much, i've listened a lot by now, but I have a long road ahead yet! 💞💞
@ing.worldmarkettrader1810
This words are true. God is my strong force, and My López, my all way
@SpiralMoss
Brian from AC/DC love's this song ... That's what brought me here 👍
@Snoopy_2607
Just come across this beautiful song by Dolly...stunning words. I adore Dolly...she is the best - pure and simple. ❤
@mariainesaroeirabraga
I Think Dolly is an angel.
She is so Pure and Simple.
May GOD bless her!
Maria Inês
From Brèsil
@Christine.Delaney
Happy 50th Anniversary Dolly and Carl ! ~
@deborahharris4769
1 of my top 3 favorites on Dolly's new Pure and Simple CD because such a pure and simple description of a love "contract."
@nosferatu8530
If i'll EVER get married... this must be played at the altar 😍😍