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The Fairest of Them All

Dolly Parton · 1970

27 min · 11 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music

A heartfelt blend of traditional country melodies and poignant storytelling, wrapped in Dolly's warm vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling in concise form
  • emotional reflections on relationships
  • warm vocals for cozy moments
  • quick listens for busy days

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek energetic dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 2, 1970, 'The Fairest of Them All' was Dolly Parton's sixth studio album. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from being a successful songwriter to a prominent solo artist, following the breakthrough success of her previous album 'Hello, I'm Dolly.' This album showcases her developing sound and lyrical depth as she began to establish her unique voice in the country music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Emmylou Harris· Linda Ronstadt· Patsy Cline

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Daddy Come and Get Me 2:59
  • 2 Chas 2:21
  • 3 When Possession Gets Too Strong 2:02
  • 4 Before You Make Up Your Mind 2:10
  • 5 I’m Doing This for Your Sake 2:10
  • 6 But You Loved Me Then 1:57
  • 7 Just the Way I Am 2:27
  • 8 More Than Their Share 2:19
  • 9 Mammie 3:08
  • 10 Down From Dover 3:42
  • 11 Robert 2:38

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