The Winning Hand cover

The Winning Hand

Dolly Parton · 1982

60 min · 20 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music

A vibrant mix of heartfelt country melodies, playful lyrics, and Dolly's unmistakable warmth radiates throughout this collection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • heartfelt moments of reflection
  • playful lyrics for lighthearted moods
  • warmth for cozy gatherings
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer heavy, complex arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 1, 1982, 'The Winning Hand' marked Dolly Parton's continued success in the country music scene following her commercial peak in the late 1970s. By this time, she had already established herself as a multifaceted artist with a string of hits and was increasingly recognized for her contributions to both music and film.
Stylistic neighbors
Emmylou Harris· Linda Ronstadt· Patsy Cline

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You’re Gonna Love Yourself (in the Morning) 2:58
  • 2 Ping Pong 2:20
  • 3 You’ll Always Have Someone 3:01
  • 4 Here Comes That Rainbow Again 2:55
  • 5 The Bigger the Fool, the Harder the Fall 3:44
  • 6 Help Me Make It Through the Night 3:50
  • 7 Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 2:21
  • 8 You Left Me a Long, Long Time Ago 2:49
  • 9 To Make a Long Story Short, She’s Gone 3:07
  • 10 Someone Loves You Honey 2:52
  • 11 Everything Is Beautiful (in Its Own Way) 3:17
  • 12 Bring on the Sunshine 2:52
  • 13 Put It Off Until Tomorrow 2:28
  • 14 I Never Cared for You 2:24
  • 15 Casey’s Last Ride 4:10
  • 16 King of a Lonely Castle 3:20
  • 17 The Little Things 2:36
  • 18 The Bandits of Beverly Hills 2:27
  • 19 What Do You Think About Lovin’ 2:41
  • 20 Born to Love Me 4:19

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