As Long as I Love
Dolly Parton · 1970
29 min · 12 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music
A heartfelt blend of traditional country and poignant storytelling wrapped in Dolly Parton's warm vocals.
Why this album works
The album features Parton's signature storytelling style and showcases her ability to convey emotional depth. Although it did not achieve significant commercial success compared to her later works, it helped solidify her presence in the country genre and contributed to her evolving sound that would later capture mainstream audiences.
- Best for
- brief emotional storytelling experience warm vocals for cozy moments heartfelt reflections on love
- Context
- As Long as I Love is Dolly Parton's second studio album, following her 1969 debut, Hello, I'm Dolly. Released in 1970, this album marked a continuation of her early career as she was establishing herself in the country music scene and beginning to gain broader recognition beyond Nashville.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sparks· R. Stevie Moore· Harry Nilsson· Elvis Presley· Cher· Donna Summer· Willie Nelson· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Why, Why, Why Standout 2:19
- 2 I Wound Easy 2:17
- 3 I Don’t Want You Around Me Anymore 2:04
- 4 Hillbilly Willy 1:55
- 5 This Boy Has Been Hurt 2:15
- 6 Daddy Won’t Be Home Anymore 2:52
- 7 As Long As I Love Standout 2:42
- 8 A Habit I Can’t Break 3:15
- 9 I’m Not Worth the Tears 2:33
- 10 I Don’t Trust Me Around You 2:54
- 11 I Couldn’t Wait Forever 2:23
- 12 Too Lonely Too Long 2:21
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