Dolly Parton Songteller documents the stories and inspirations behind 175 of the artist’s musical compositions. Spanning several decades, the narrative tracks her transition from the Great Smoky Mountains to the recording studios of Nashville. Parton explains the specific events that led to the creation of songs like Jolene, I Will Always Love You, and 9 to 5. The text incorporates archival photographs, original lyrics handwritten on yellow legal pads, and personal memorabilia to illustrate her technical songwriting process and business evolution in the country music industry.
Music historians and fans of narrative-driven songwriting read this book to understand the mechanics of country music craftsmanship. Readers learn how Parton adapts her personal life experiences into commercial melodies and lyrical structures. The book provides a technical look at the intersection of rural storytelling traditions and modern music production. By the end, the reader understands how specific melodies were constructed and how Parton maintained creative control over her intellectual property throughout a long professional career.
- Published
- 2020
- Language
- EN
