Rockstar
Dolly Parton · 2023
151 min · 33 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music
An eclectic blend of rock anthems and heartfelt ballads delivered with Dolly's signature warmth and charisma.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- sing-along anthems for gatherings
- intimate ballads for quiet moments
- explorative listening with diverse moods
- nostalgic reflections on past hits
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer concise, straightforward tracks
- seek constant high-energy flow
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Marks a significant genre shift into rock after decades in country and pop.
- Themes
- rock and roll legacy· genre-blending anthems· personal reflections on fame
- Career context
- Released on November 17, 2023, 'Rockstar' marks Dolly Parton's first major venture into rock music, showcasing her versatility after decades in country and pop. This album follows her celebrated career milestones, including her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, highlighting a significant evolution in her artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emmylou Harris· Linda Ronstadt· Patsy Cline
- If this clicks, go next to
- Smoky Mountain DNA — Continues the eclectic sound with fresh themes and energy after Rockstar.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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By the Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile — Shares an emotional depth with strong songwriting and a blend of rock and folk influences.Heart Like a Wheel by Linda Ronstadt — Features a mix of country and rock sensibilities, emphasizing strong vocals and emotional resonance.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Rockstar Start here 4:36
- 2 World on Fire 4:21
- 3 Every Breath You Take 4:22
- 4 Open Arms 3:16
- 5 Magic Man (Carl version) 5:02
- 6 Long as I Can See the Light 4:11
- 7 Either Or 4:20
- 8 I Want You Back 5:03
- 9 What Has Rock and Roll Ever Done for You 5:01
- 10 Purple Rain 7:51
- 11 Baby, I Love Your Way 4:58
- 12 I Hate Myself for Loving You 4:07
- 13 Night Moves 5:39
- 14 Wrecking Ball 3:55
- 15 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 3:53
- 16 Keep On Loving You 3:26
- 17 Heart of Glass 3:41
Disc 2
- 1 Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:42
- 2 Tried to Rock and Roll Me 3:49
- 3 Stairway to Heaven 7:49
- 4 We Are the Champions/We Will Rock You 3:52
- 5 Bygones 4:00
- 6 My Blue Tears 4:03
- 7 What’s Up? 4:38
- 8 You’re No Good 3:14
- 9 Heartbreaker 3:39
- 10 Bittersweet 4:03
- 11 I Dreamed About Elvis 3:38
- 12 Let It Be 4:28
- 13 Free Bird 10:46
- 14 Mama Never Said 3:46
- 15 Hit Me With Your Best Shot 2:58
- 16 Rockin’ It (live) 3:06
What to play next
This album is considered a Experimental in Dolly Parton's catalog. Marks a significant genre shift into rock after decades in country and pop.
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